You send a mailer to a few zip codes and you get fluctuations in property values.

- We see many investors buy Class C/D properties expecting Class A/B results - which may only happen for a short time, but not long-term.Please be aware that zip codes do NOT work in the City of Detroit! 

I know that zip code.

From there, figure out the areas and zip codes that fit your price point and investment goals, then start analyzing deals with your agents.

I can tell you:  I’m an agent in Memphis, TN and here- when I get a call from an out of area code caller I am very skeptical that the buyer is “real” and I don’t think the call is worth the time.  

So, if a guy wanted to, he could take a zip code's average income, and the same zip code's average house price and determine the "health " of a zip code, or find buying opportunities.

Then the house needs to be in the right zip code. 

Since you’ve dabbled in Florida tax liens, leverage that market knowledge and pivot to small, rent‑ready SFRs or duplexes in landlord‑friendly zip codes; get a PM to quote true rents, taxes, insurance, and a basic repair reserve, then only pursue deals that cash flow on day one with fixed financing.

;)   the back splash is a local tile maker its expensive stuff but its custom to the area.. downtown has not changed a ton given the historic district and super strict codes etc.

It’s all tax free due to the tax code, which is nice too.