Very widely discussed topic on the forums.Some of the most popular & well represented markets are Cleveland, Toldedo, Memphis, KC & Indy.

However, given the advent of the internet along with the growing popularity of REIT's it is becoming easier to determine a relatively significant beta.

@Sunil Kumar the mini split systems are actually very efficient and have become a lot more popular recently.

Value-Add is a very popular strategy, which Joe takes.Making money with an apartment building is all about creating value.

Tenants are likely scrolling down a popular rental website and will only remember your property until they see the next one.

I agree with you, a very popular way is to raise for another syndicators deal.

I manage a number of properties in the Valley of the Sun with grass and done correctly it's often more popular than rock but it does come at an expense.I have a feeling they will roll out some sod and hit it with a sprinkler thinking they are good to go.

Many are well represented by sellers & turnkey operators here on BiggerPockets (myself included) The most popular markets are Cleveland (my market)ToledoMemphisBirminghamKCIndyDetroitEach of these markets is popular with turnkey investors because of the low barrier to entry, high rental demand & high rent to price ratio.

Older neighborhood but area is growing and becoming more popular.

Very often people borrow against property they owned (HELOC probably would be the best way to do it), or borrowing against your 401K is also very popular.