Jacksonville might produce lower cash flow than those other markets, but is a really well positioned for continued appreciation (job and population growth - trulia just named #1 US Market to Watch https://www.trulia.com/blog/trends/american-dream-2017/ There are any number of other markets too for cash flow.  

I, too, am interested in the tiny house trend.

I have seen over 50 stores currently for sale and cap rates appear to be trending upward at this time.Mark

LOL.. so it can be luck of the draw sometimes... once we get this going it will be super profitable.. and I suppose the seller made a profit even after 10 years.. they may have paid next to nothing for the tax's on a bare lot in what was the HOOD  10 years ago.. and what is now some of the hottest real estate in the country.

Each have free online resources available including very active blogs that give recent trend information or general advice.Good luck!

I am keen on trends, including design, market trents, rents, decorating, renovations to maximize profitability.7.

The response to determine my offer was, "Feel free to reference comparable sales in the OM to get an idea of current market trends."

Of course there has been a crackdown in places like Venice and Santa Monica (the hottest markets for nightly rentals), but creative investors are finding ways to keep this going.

The numbers : Purchase price : $87,750Retail price after rehab : $160,000 (comps trended up during the 5 months of initial purchase !)

Banks generally want much higher equity than ~5%.On top of that, rates are trending upwards.