The biggest factor will be how long you plan to own the property or when you think you may refinance.

Now that I dont fly anymore  I dont think I will ever set foot in that area its just way to far to drive. and personally not a big fan of the Oregon coast  unless  its Tillamook bay to fish for Salmon and Steelhead in the rivers that feed the bay .. thats the only time we go to the coast.. my wife was born and raised on Puget Island in the Columbia river ( Cathlamet) so she wants a summer home there on the island you can get river frontage and nice sandy beach and watch the big ships roll by.. 

Yeah the landlord laws in CA seem pretty harsh which would be a big factor why I would go with out of state.

BPOs are typically exterior only and agents usually earn $30 - 50 to complete them, so use them as a reference but not the deciding factor.                                                                                                                                                                     

I’m naturally inclined toward this area because it’s within driving distance of major west Coast cities (L.A., San Diego, and others)—making it feel like a “natural” choice for a regional traveller wanting to get away for a short weekend. 

Keep in mind, while the projected performance is very important it should not be the single driving factor in your decision.

I don’t know this sponsor but see what happened with others who have a shiny high pref (see norada and drive planning)

Several economic factors are contributing to this shift:Overbuilding: Some areas of Charlotte have seen significant overdevelopment, leading to an oversupply of rental units.Tighter Money: Rising interest rates and economic uncertainty have made tenants more cautious with their spending.Tenant Behavior: Many responsible renters are choosing to stay put rather than take on the cost and hassle of moving.What Does This Mean for Landlords?

Low water supplies & fires out west, increasing hurricanes in the southeast and shorter winters in the north may drive population growth back to the Midwest.

Yeah, various factors kept adjusting but for majority part it was the same sport. 2020, everything changed.