Cash flow-oriented investors would do well in this market, since Montgomery’s rent-to-price ratios are very favorable—for instance, we’re seeing $150,000 properties in B/B+ neighborhoods fetch monthly gross rents of $1,200 to $1,300.By the way, if you’re looking for financing, a debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) loan could be a good option for you since you’re an international investor.

To be honest, they don't always start out as great deals, but when you buy in higher quality areas, they get better and better every year. 5-7% annual rent growth and appreciation adds up to a significant amount after 5 years or so. 

The first 5 will have paid down a bit of the mortgage and rents will likely have moved up.  

They tend to find the worse for wear properties at the lowest prices, so if you're looking to do heavy rehabs that's a good starting point. speaking with other flippers in the area or real estate agents would help give you the best idea of what you may be looking at for ARV's and rents if you planned on holding any of your properties. 

YoY is up 3.4%.Rentals - Availability by MonthThe number of homes for rent continued the downward trend.

Long term renting can also be a good strategy. 

We use Rent Redi for our long terms for tenant screening and rent collection - love it For book keeping we use intuit quickbooks. allows us to organize by property for expenses and income.

I guess the only thing I can do is want and see if the Sept. 1st rent shows up and if not be ready to file for eviction ASAP.   

Another option to look into is, maybe you can rent your primary and buy another house to move in.

If you can only STR your primary residence when would you rent it?