McKinney is thriving, but so are other parts of North Texas, and a broader perspective could reveal other great opportunities.Here’s what I’ve observed managing a significant number of rentals in the area:Bedrooms and Layouts:3-bed, 2-bath homes consistently attract the largest pool of tenants and have the highest occupancy rates.4-bedroom homes have grown in demand, especially with the rise of remote work, as tenants look for extra space to use as a home office.Square footage is less critical than number of beds and baths.Supply and Demand:McKinney’s growth is driving demand, but the quality of the location matters greatly.

I live in a VERY high demand tourist area with lots of rental properties and I have been working in property management for 5 years. 2 years ago, I ventured out onto my own because I was pregnant and wanted to work from home and stay with my baby.

If you are the lone supplier of a specific housing product and there's pent up demand you will absorb your units quicker and have tenant stay longer given the lack of alternatives.

Low vacancy rates, rising rents, and high tenant demand for more space/good school districts. 

The demand for vacation rentals in places like Destin, 30A, and Panama City Beach remains strong.

How’s the demand looking down there right now?

I suggested using traps, and there were no further complaints until November 17.I promptly hired a professional for rodent treatment, which was completed within 10 days.The tenant is now demanding 3 months of free rent, claiming the property was "infected," despite my timely response and corrective measures.I need assistance crafting a response to this demand within 2 days to avoid escalation to small claims court.

@Gil CanfuBased on my experience working with over 400 investors, investing in a single-family home in Dallas with a $300K budget is a smart move due to the area's strong rental demand and appreciation potential.

I suggested using traps, and there were no further complaints until November 17.I promptly hired a professional for rodent treatment, which was completed within 10 days.The tenant is now demanding 3 months of free rent, claiming the property was "infected," despite my timely response and corrective measures.I need assistance crafting a response to this demand within 2 days to avoid escalation to small claims court.

@Philip AndersonMultifamily properties in Ventura can perform well due to the area's high rent demand, but inventory can be tight.