You could be an agent and sell it to an owner occupant, but that's a whole different task

Mail, or any other system that accomplishes the task required.     

if so, I would vote for Raleigh just because of the projected population growth and it's consistent rankings on the top 10 places lists.

You have 39% as all in annual expenses.Will be more like 50 to 60% based on age of the building and any landlord paid utilities.Even at 114,480 number it makes no sense.Annual rent growth average for multifamily is about 3% which keeps pace about even with inflation.

Just know that success doesn't happen overnight and that it is important to maintain a "growth-oriented mindset" along the way.

I prefer to work with the larger banks that process the short sales via the Equator Platform.That helps keep all parties accountable and the system is all task driven.

Super generic response, but there is not a single asset class that is better, it is about where you are in the cycle and has growth and what is peaking. 

Contribute, Invest to grow the account and use the funds for related Health Care events until the age of 65.The HSA contributions can grow tax deferred and are in addition to your IRA Annual Contribution LimitsHSAs can invest in Real Estate, precious metals, notes, public/private stock and moreTax Free distributions for Qualified Medical Expenses (QMEs)Age 65 starts standard distributions (just like a regular retirement account for the most part) subject only to income tax, no penalties.Disclosure: I am NOT an Attorney, CPA, Accountant, Estate Planner or any other related Professional and Individuals should ALWAYS seek out the advise of licensed professionals in the related areas of expertise prior to embarking upon any endeavor. 

I am in Plano, in DFW area in Texas, moved from San Francisco in 2013 and I am looking to get into REI as a part time business and growth it so I can do it full time. 

The areas of York and Lancaster are also great.Central PA is a nice stable market, with great diversity of employment, a few hours drive from NYC, Philly, and DC.You have to be a little bit careful in down town Harrisburg, but the suburbs and whole capital market is great from a cash flow and growth perspective.