This means attracting businesses that provide jobs within the city and creating more shopping options.

Wondering if there would be an opportunity to do Section 8 housing there if properties are cheap and market rent is high enough.

Between building codes, lower maintenance cost, and better resale value, do it right. 

Either way, I'd highly recommend that you be cautious with the above mentioned in this post.

It’s better to recognize that they all provide non-conventional loans.

You're in an anti-landlord city, one which provides tenants free resources to fight evictions.

If not, how long will it take to get up to market value? 

I have been investing for awhile but have only recently started picking up properties that I know will not cashflow because of the prices in the area I invest (Dallas/Fort Worth) and the higher rates.I am still picking them up because it will still pay down debt and provide me with depreciation that I can use to offset my flipping and lending income.

Look for inconsistencies in the information provided on the application and during the interview process.

We knew we could increase the value day one with some basic cosmetic updates.