Look at their marketing strategy.

Lots of old houses valuing over 500k and up to 1M (local house price in my market is 167k).

Firstly I apologize that I do not have any market insights data specifically, but Houston has been a rough market as valuations have pulled back.

Focus on networking with local investors, learning market trends in your new area, and deciding on a strategy that fits your goals.Good luck!

While @Phillip Austin mentioned Raleigh is a higher returns its just very much a appreciation market, you will not find rentals that cashflow, so depending on your goals its a good or bad market.

It took more than a decade but I am excited (and terrified) to re-enter the fray.After dipping my toes into the market, I have battled against my paralysis and taken the leap. 

Find a market or strategy, sounds like youre starting with land.

I appreciate the encouragement—I'm excited to learn from and connect with investors in this community.Right now, I’m primarily focused on house hacking in the LA market, but I’m open to exploring out-of-state opportunities later in my career.

Focus on Education and NetworkingBuild your knowledge: Continue learning about different real estate investing strategies and market trends to make informed decisions.Connect with other investors: Network with experienced investors in your area to gain insights and potentially find partnership opportunities.    

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)