In some markets like Omaha or Phoenix..from what I’ve heard rental demand can help if the exit plan changes.

For first-time investors, neighborhoods like Riverside, Murray Hill, and North Jacksonville could be good places to start, offering strong rental demand and potential for growing neighborhoods.

Home prices will likely vary by region, with modest increases in areas of high demand and stable job markets, while others may stabilize or decline.

The solar system adds no value to my property for rental purposes, and I may even be ripping up the roof & replacing it in the new year.Beyond sending a nasty letter through my attorney via certified mail, demanding the company come pick up their equipment, am I required to take any further action or fulfill any obligations regarding these contracts?

It demands effort and persistence.

Here are some key steps to get started with the BRRRR method:Keep Learning: Stick with reading and watching videos from experts like David Greene and Brandon Turner.Get Your Finances in Order: Save up for a down payment, check your credit score, and look into getting pre-approved for a loan.Research Markets: Find neighborhoods with growth potential and high rental demand.

But in a market like yours, is there substantial difference between high and slow season rates?

Meaning you may be able to do some cosmetic or smaller renovations like bathrooms or kitchens in your duplex when the tenants turn over and those smaller investments can demand higher rents, so in the longterm you may have more cashflow from the duplex to help fund a future investment in another property while you wait for market conditions to change.

I don't know why you would think a tenant requesting notice before you accessed the property would be an "unreasonable demand".

Northern NJ has options as well, but MTR works better in a lot of areas because there is demand.