Now I own a thriving property management business, run a real estate team helping other investors learn how to grow and scale their portfolios, I have my own modest investment portfolio and have two development projects going at the moment.

This industry thrives when people are upfront and informed—whether they’re agents, wholesalers, or investors.

I support (and use) a utility-cost cap amendment in our leases to ward off those who might want to mine cryptocurrency or operate an indoor greenhouse, but the vast majority of MTR have utilities included and the vast majority of travelers expect that they are.

I’m biased, but I’ll chime in with @James Wachob and cast my vote for Memphis.Memphis offers incredible logistical advantages: the largest commercial airport in the world, all major US railroads converging here, and a thriving distribution hub.

A contact of mine has been thriving with STR investments in suburban Chicago, targeting guests visiting for conferences.

Scottsdale has been an amazing base for me - so much outdoor beauty, a thriving community, and, of course, a strong real estate market.Since you’re diving deeper into your Johnson City research, have you started looking at specific properties or just keeping an eye on trends for now?

I also think sometimes would I want to live around a bunch of old people or would I thrive more from being around a mix?

To thrive in real estate investing, you must maintain a firm grip on your finances.

Smart investors first focus on finding quality properties—such as those in thriving areas of Brooklyn or potential neighborhoods around Manhattan—and then reverse engineer the process by improving management, optimizing rental structures, or enhancing facilities to make it worthwhile.

However, there are several up and coming thriving communities surrounding the Texas metro centers that may be worth looking into.