I want to be able to find potential markets/listings nationally based on the return. 

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

If you get greedy and put #3 in front of #1 or #2 you can get burned like any other market. 

Hi, I was wondering if there's any good reliable places to market tenant in place + management in place properties. 

You want to focus on markets that work with your plan and also where you have a personal connection with someone, even if you build that on the internet.

I would do what you are doing here on a bigger scale - social media, local markets she operates in Facebook groups, etc. 

Any tips for navigating the competition in such a hot market?

Utilities included.Fully rented.For sale off market.

I have been reading the online resources about getting started, searching the market, and even doing tours, but I am hesitant to jump in and buy a house as I have quite a large amount of student debt.

Any recommendations for free tools to do market research?