The challenge with Springfield is a lack of public transportion — along with the neighborhoods, but I feel it can be a good entry point for a first-time investor with some connections.Thanks in advance for any feedback.

Fitchburg is one of few places within an hour or so from Boston that provides great returns for investors.

I think areas of high development Jobs , increased transportation, school systems are a great place to start as there will be increased demand for those properties as far as the property appraising for double that in a yr or 2 I don't know but it's possible with some rehabbing in a great area  boost curb appeal update kitchen add value 

Further, the southern cities offer better prospects for more localized food production and short distance transportation than northern regions.

I wanted to get your expert advice before jumping in.The home is in an up and coming area in the San Francisco Bayarea, close to public transportation however the area in a very ruff part of town with a lots of crime. 

The number 1 employer is the state government and the second largest is the Federal government, plus there are transportation companies, Amazon and Chewy warehouses, hospitals and education employers. 

Less than a mile from St.John Ascension hospital, quiet neighborhood, public transportation accessible and business accessible. 

Looking for anyone in Boston area who has installed Solar on a rental property roof.  

I would suggest figuring out exactly where she wants to live, identifying the nearest transportation and working backwards from there.

Trying to leave politics out of this, but just being excited about Boston having another shot at HQ2!