Recent strong/stable population growth and 2.

I do a drive-by and talk to the neighbors about how my properties are going about once a year or two, as I'm an out of state owner, and I did this last weekend. 

I was just thinking...If you find a suburb with consistent growth, growing number of jobs and diversified industries, a nearby bustling metro, talks of public transportation... would you build an airport?

Otherwise, you can drive all the qualified traffic you want, but your conversions ultimately bring you the money.Hope I added some insight, feel free to private message me if you have any specific questions you would like to ask -Angel-Ty L.PPC Hustle

We conservatively underwrite deals in MSA's that have job growth, population growth, and strong rental demands.

This is not the fast growth neighborhood for home values in Lou.

About a 2 hour drive from where I live now. 

After identifying properties and marketing through direct mail, what is your next step to purchase? Do you present the seller with a purchase and sale agreement directly (then contact title company, etc)? Use a buyer’...

I have baseline financial knowledge (taking Real Estate Investments during the Fall semester), I have the passion and drive to learn the business.

Maybe driving for dollars and finding some deals for some investors for a finders fee would work.