Are they at market rent, or locked into below-market rates?

Every year realtor.com releases a Top Housing Markets report based on anticipated sales growth (inventory) and price growth (appreciation).

This California law eliminates much of the red tape by bypassing environmental reviews and subjective local approvals, creating a faster and more predictable development process.

I have been narrowing down some markets and trying to explore/research more and network.

I love the flexibility they offer for traveling professionals, military families, or folks in between moves.My main questions:Have you noticed increased demand for midterm rentals in this area, particularly from military personnel at nearby bases or healthcare workers at local hospitals?

Just because someone in Montana is successful investing locally, doesn’t mean the same tactic will  work elsewhere.  

However, depending on local regulations and the type of rental you are doing, you may need a business license.

Check with several local credit unions.

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking5.