“Bad” neighborhoods - buy rentals or not?

[Amanda H.]

I’m looking at a great deal in a not great neighborhood. Not great as in lower income, higher crime, and from what I can tell driving through, mostly African American neighborhood. Should I avoid this area all together? I feel like there’s a good financial opportunity on a duplex but not sure if it’s wise. Any thoughts?

[Jim K.]

Amanda, your hood is showing.