I am about 4 hours north in Grand Rapids, MI area but looking into other markets.

If you are in need of rapid cash infusion then selling the property would give you a quick influx of cash that you could use for personal needs or other investment opportunities (is there a current use you can put this cash towards?

Rapid growth is nothing new for this city.

If you stay focused on incremental improvement, small wins inevitably build the momentum, experience and confidence needed to invest successfully.

Pro: Rapidly increase savings.

Between the universities, hospitals, and rapidly growing tech sector, I believe that the Triangle is an outstanding place to invest in MTRs.

They will give basically anyone an agency so they open and close rapidly. 

The kc metro is growing very rapidly and the barrier to entry to begin investing is extremely low making this market great for beginners and seasoned investor alike to grow their portfolios.

Consider cities like:Columbus, Ohio: Booming job market, affordable housing, and a growing population.Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas: Thriving economy, population growth, and diverse real estate options.Nashville, Tennessee: Rapid growth, cultural appeal, and a strong rental market.Phoenix, Arizona: Growing economy, affordable housing, and a popular destination for renters.As for strategy, consider starting with multi-family properties for cash flow.

I previously worked for a builder that built in Cedar Rapids as well.