For Middletown Ct that is quite a market value increase year over year.

When the time comes, if Texas is too far or expensive - don't forget about the Scranton market - that's a hot spot where a ton of NJ / NY residents to start buying affordable rentals. 

Quote from @Jonathan Dempsey: 10 Best Pocono HOAs for STRIntroduction to the PoconosThe Pocono market has long been a popular vacation rental market due to the area's many natural attractions and the region's proximity to major metros Philadelphia and New York City.

The preexisting rental agreement is way under market value for a 2/2 at 917 Sq ft.

I'm looking for guidance specific to financing my first property and what market I should do it in.

Two out of the four have been renovated and are currently rented.House 1: Before purchase the tenant was paying $900/month.

For example, I could get $1,500 as an LTR without paying utilities.

I wouldn't pay a dime.

She’s been paying rent but we are not renewing with her.

If you would like to learn about the Indy market and specifically the new build duplexes I have off-market, feel free to reach out.Cheers,Ryan Cheek