It doesn't sound like you visited the market, the PM, or the seller in these markets.

Have you all invested in other markets already or is this the first? 

In general I have unfortunately never gotten much return on any social media marketing. 

I suspect you are in a much more affluent market than I am.

If you know anyone who works in those markets that would be great. 

One thing I’ve learned in land acquisition is that the approach has to change depending on the market.

@Susan Kang what is drawing you specifically to these two markets as compared to other great markets in the mid-west?

Given the location and how the town has been developing it seems like a good investment opportunity for rentals.

In most markets it is not a linear price increase.  

I'll give you some numbers for the MTRs we manage in Los Angeles.1-2 bedroom MTRs stays are 1-3 months3+ bedroom MTRs stays are 3-6 months, but often start less than 3 months and extend their stayMTR marketing falls in 2 buckets.