They’re thriving.Here’s why:-Corporate relocations are rising again.

Two quick moves: pick a simple buy box now (duplex/triplex, target towns outside Boston, rent range) and practice underwriting a few real listings each week, then ask a local PM to sanity‑check your rents and expenses.Which MA submarkets are you leaning toward, and what’s your initial buy box so we can tighten it? 

It’s a great way to practice evaluating deals, running the numbers, and gaining confidence without the pressure of sky-high prices.

Next steps: get pre-approved, set firm investment criteria (price, cash flow, cap rate, neighborhood deal-breakers), build a local team (agent, inspector, property manager, contractor), run real rent comps and conservative rehab budgets, start touring deals (or have your agent/video tour), and practice underwriting 5–10 deals so you can pull the trigger quickly; aim to buy the first one once your numbers, reserves, and team line up.

Great advice on practical tips to get others hours.

As you continue learning, start practicing by analyzing ARVs, rents, market trends, and getting familiar with the different Memphis neighborhoods so you truly understand what you’re buying.

That is proactive asset protection and truthfully the best and most practical form of asset protection.

Your insight about how my leasing/marketing background can transfer into flips was really encouraging, and the practical steps you shared — especially partnering with a local flipper and paying attention to buyer questions at open houses — are exactly the kind of direction I needed.Really appreciate you taking the time to answer.Antonio

If not, what's the common or recommended practice?  

The most common practice among landlords is to do a fully furnished summer rental Memorial day to Labor day and Winter rentals to local college kids.