Do this quickly because some counties have a time limit on when you can appeal.I recommend you research the market for:- Comparable Property Sales- Condition of your property, including anything that may affect your property's value- If you are really serious, an expert appraisal may be worth the effort.

Higher DemandThe rental market is shifting.

Educate yourself on the local market, network with other investors and agents, and always have a solid plan in place before making any investments.

These cities are the well known, sub 100k markets in the US.

-why not pick a market closer to home? 

I have been investing in the Las Vegas market for a couple years.

Quote from @Devin James: We’ve slowly been improving our homes the more we’ve built and the more feedback we get from our Buyers2021 – Added 8ft doors throughout the home2022 – Added a new elevation with stone in the front of the home2023 – NO carpet in the bedrooms, LVP throughout the home2024 – Added hurricane impact windows & new color options2025 – Adding Ceiling FansGotta be open to feedback and adjust accordinglyThis can be the difference of your home sitting on the market for 4 months vs 1 month where's the modifications and pictures?

I’m brainstorming ideas on how I can market myself to potential mentors in the STR game in order to gain experience.

Unless you are finding off-market opportunities direct to seller, I can't imagine the deals working on BRRRR.

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)