Here is an excellent article on housing market expectations on appreciation from one of the world's top investment banking firms Goldman Sachs: What are some of the big differences you’re seeing among US regions?"

Otherwise your first investment is your last investment! 

I'm from the Sacramento area and started investing in Memphis in 2013. 

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Hi Felicia, its going to vary greatly depending on the market you are planning to invest in.

This means homes are still holding strong value, and buyers are willing to invest in the right property.Although cash sales dipped slightly, with 41.0% of transactions paid in cash (a 4.2% drop), more buyers are opting for financing.

I know they do not like to give HELOC on investment properties. 

Should I not consider investing there?

I'm[Mary Light ] from [Cape Girardeau, MO ], passionate about real estate investing for [ about 4 to 5 yrs ].

I've been living here for 2 years and would like to start investing in real estate.