Locations with minimal crime rate, good schools in the area, primary source of economic income(s) , the size of the house (# of bedrooms/bathrooms in the house) are all factors to consider in terms of getting tenants to stick around long-term.

Investors recognize strong markets that have a good economic story and are willing to pay higher prices for the same size in-place income stream. 

I am a strategist by trade now and have done a good amount of research on the economical influx with the real estate market.

After a pending cash-out refi, cash on cash returns will be around 50%.In an economic downturn, we will likely take a big hit. 

I think the economic situation has created a  new market for rooming houses that aren't the criminal or drug addict types. 

@Josh Thompson knowing your market is definitely subjective but to me it means not only understanding the economics of the market (macro) but also means the ability to know intimate things about the market (micro). 

They confirmed my thoughts that most of the population commutes to the larger surrounding markets and they is little for economic drivers in this town.

It's not economical to learn the ins and outs of rental income if there isn't going to be volume.

Looking for someone on the ground in that area who is fast reliable and economical. 

Looking to diversify my investments out of my local area to add security and resistance to local changes in economic factors here.