Look into markets with steady growth and affordable prices, like Indianapolis, Kansas City, or Chattanooga.You can build your team remotely by contacting property managers, realtors, and contractors online, though meeting in person can help strengthen relationships.Focus on your strategy (buy-and-hold, BRRRR) and use platforms like BiggerPockets to learn and connect with others.

Within each MSA there are pockets of increases and decreases, which are counter to the overall growth or decline. 

The city has good macro economic factors and a strong economy - I looked for cities that were at least better than the national average when it came to population growth, wage growth, median sales price growth, etc 2.

That didn’t kill the business, but it made possible the growth of discount stock brokers, who now dominate retail trading.

I really wanted to continue using them, but for growth it just wasn't the best choice for us. 

Growth prospects still look strong to me in DFW area. 

Find a company that wants to take the journey with you and understands your passion and growth plans.

Yet the growth in tourists to the area is still solid.  

It’s fantastic to see you and your wife diving into real estate investing, especially in the Detroit market.Detroit has some unique opportunities for rentals, and there’s a lot of potential for growth.

This will create some more movement, has been holding up quite a bit of growth.