In many of these "liberal strongholds", most tenants are educated (if not coached) by tenant rights groups on how to hold property owners to the letter of the draconian law. 

"RCLCO, partnering with CapRidge Partners, has produced the 4th annual STEM Job Growth Index (“STEMdex”), once again highlighting a number of metro areas commonly recognized as STEM strongholds""According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, STEM occupations are forecast to grow at a rate over 76% higher than non-STEM job growth nationwide.""

The rental market is strong here and some areas near the bases have become strong holding spots. 

If biotech takes strong hold, it can have a more significant impact.

do both of those things.. real estate to be successful NORMALLY requires both of those items to be in order.and it really depends on what part of the country you live in and want to work in.in areas of really low value assets this is far eaiser to accomplish than in areas were price points are much higher and those that own and deal in real estate are generally going to want to deal with investors that have the ability to execute.think about going to work for some folks in the industry so you can get paid and then learn the trade.. just like an apprentice at any vocation.not sure how this I have no money or credit and I became a successful RE investor go such a strong hold on our conciences.. it can happen but so can winning the lottery..

I took a drive through the Park View / Stronghold / Edgewood area, which looked promising, but wanted to hear others' thoughts too.Thanks,Alex

It seems to me that Utah is a tech stronghold with a highly educated workforce, strong on family values, and people like to stay here. 

In your contract with them, a strong Hold Harmless & Indemnification clause could be important (discuss with your attorney)

While the long term tenant rent market isn’t quite there (unless you Air BnB it) it’s a very strong hold market and rents as well as value will take off sooner than later.

Other eastern Washington strongholds for value and cash flow can be Tri-Cities and Yakima.On the western side of the state, there are strong dynamics going on in several I-5 corridor communities north of Seattle (such as Bellingham and pockets of Mount Vernon).