I'd run barefoot over broken glass to sellYour list of geographies and sectors to invest in is exactly the kinds of things that 1031 investors think about as ways to use the tax deferral of 1031 and improve ROI. 

You need to find the best deal in area with this sector unless your willing to take no cashflow you can't just buy any property.We usually do at least a cosmetic value add and that gives you a large equity kicker in these areas.

I have done a lot of TI's (Tenant Improvements) for commercial clients including some rental flips for both sectors with solid retail margins.

Hoping that someone with more expertise on the financial side of the business can comment on the differences between the two.

.)- Median Rents by Number of Bedrooms- Unemployment Rate- Employment Sectors Percentages- Number of Building Permits Issued- Foreclosure Rate- School Ratings- Crime Statistics Also take into consideration the direction in which each of these market indicators are trending.

@Monte WatsonIt not really the solid answer you may be looking for, but I believe it is totally dependent on your expertise. 

Lucas I hear what you are saying about people trying to take advantage of me needing their "expertise".

Hello,Anybody know any attorneys in the area (preferably in the South Shore) who has creative financing experience or expertise?

I don't use my residential mortgage guy much anymore since I switched to commercial, but you better believe I check with him every time I am doing something that involves his area of expertise. 

Account Closed As many above have stated, read and listen to BP to get started then rely on the expertise of others when you have specific questions to help you on the way.