East tn in general has lots to offer investors, Great tax climate, job growth, balanced budget state.

In this climate especially you want to know what your expectations are.

3)  Are there any extraordinary challenges to install a skylight during the winter time in a northern climate? 

This time of year, the climate can often cause delays in construction which can drag out your time budget and increase your holding costs.You've budgeted for covering all the utility costs. 

I do not know about the specific area mentioned here other than the news stories.What I do know from talking with lots of investors is that the cold and rust belt states except for urban core in a lot of instances are dying off.I see many retail centers going dark, home values falling, older generations are migrating away to warmer climate states.I am sure there are some absolute gem areas in the colder climate states with pockets to invest in.

It's considered an invasive species in some areas, but in our drier climate it is aggressive enough to win out over weeds without being uncontrollable.

In temperate climates like ours, anytime of year is fine.

This is a combination of the climate, condition of the property, and the quality of the property manager. • Stable or growing job market - Rental property profitability is dependent on a stable job market.

In moderate climates it doesn't matter, but it costs more to put plumbing on exterior walls in cold climates.

I have seen some fascinating Eco friendly houses here in Australia and have considered such a business for the Colorado market, but some of the neatest rain water collection systems would be challenging in a cold climate.