It's also helpful to consult a local real estate agent to understand market trends, including demand, vacancy rates, and rental growth patterns.

Seeing how others structure their numbers and track growth can be super helpful.

Having graduated from BC myself, I understand the charm it holds, which can be perfect for the right person.

I do not know how they are handling new customers verse the Midland existing customers.Regarding the customer service it seems the people I dealt with are still employed and only my "personal rep" as it were, was promoted and another took her place.

So, that specific area isn’t in a high-growth stage.  

This influx is limiting rent growth nationwide, particularly in the Sun Belt, where oversupply has led to rent declines.Nationwide, vacancy rates edged down to 7.8% as move-ins outpaced move-outs.

The idea is to expect a negative cash flow, however bank on the growth to achieve a good return.

They may be offered at a cheaper price point relative to the coasts but that doesn't mean that those neighborhoods haven't seen population growth and appreciation.

I have a friend that owns over 60 rentals in his personal name and he's never been sued.

You sound like a very intelligent person and should do good in this.