It's still like that in several pockets but the Gentrification of Bed-Stuy has improved it considerably.It's obvious that when a neighborhood improves which also improves the amenities in that neighborhood such as higher quality foods at a higher price, restaurants and cafes, etc., the overall economics improves.The cheaper stores like Family Dollar, cheaper supermarkets and Corner Delis begin to disappear.

Here is what I have so far:1.Charlotte 2.Orlando  3.Atlanta  4.Houston  5.Dallas 6.Austin 7.Sacramento  8.San Antonio 9.Denver 10.San Diego  11.Seattle  12.Indianapolis  13.Jacksonville  14.Memphis  15.Nashville  Just food for thought...

Great food for though @James Woodrich.

Just some food for thought :)

Someone who can tell me what kind of food they feed their dog, and where they go to run, fetch a ball, or get some rays is going to be the kind of person that thinks of their dog as "their kid" and will act accordingly.

There are so many good options for food and drinks both in Asheville and the surrounding towns. 

Stock the kitchen with all the necessities... enough cookware, crock pot, food processor, blender, all needed utensils, etc etc... anything you think you may need, provide it and it will go a long way with guests, especially in reviews. 

They have to afford their prior lifestyle and the prices necessary to pay everyone $15 for unskilled labor. 15 an hour is minimum wage on the west coast even fast food pays that or higher.

You're talking about actions that can impact putting food on the table and a roof over your head - or not.As the other's have said - you need two need to get on the same about this.  

After screening the tenant. yes they made enough for the rent to only be 40% of the after tax income (not just 3x gross income) their debt payments ate away at the other 60% of income which would mean that when you add utilities, food, misc spending they would be in over their head.