Past performance is no predictor of future results, but historical and present data suggests you can count on future appreciation.A lot of people are wondering about a looming foreclosure crisis, but the data does not suggest that happening. 

1) look at global trends. example: We're currently seeing a global migration towards warmer/ sunnier climates.2) look for multiple economic engines rather than one or two main industries. example: strong manufacturing, health care, higher education and a tech scene.3) look for communities that are open to adding higher density living near the city centers.

@Jared Johnson The economic downturn we are going to see will not be caused by a haphazard housing market so you will not see the same level of depreciation, defaults, and short sales.

I am not very savvy to our current economical situation involving inflation, could you please elaborate on your outlook for inflation?

Also, in middle of this public health crisis?

Cap rates vary based on many economic factors.

Call the local economic development dept. in your city and see if they can recommend a few office brokers you can talk with. 

., looking at the maco and micro economic factors of an area to see if it is a good place the invest).

All this has driven new demand for moving into more suitable quarters for a post-pandemic lifestyle.Also factoring into housing demand are the micro-economic factors of saving rates and income growth.

All this has driven new demand for moving into more suitable quarters for a post-pandemic lifestyle.Also factoring into housing demand are the micro-economic factors of saving rates and income growth.