I think that picking a location to invest in comprises picking a region, a city, neighborhoods within that city, and then creating a list of local factors that might influence one's decision.

I think the go getters and the strong are influenced by the doubt from others, while the weak give in and believe the doubters. 

The most influential are The Bible,  Rich Dad Poor Dad, How To Win Friends and influence People.

My only question is whether spending that $$ will influence your ability to become a dental practice owner in the next 18-24 months?

This has the potential to completely wipe out the economy if some calming influence isn't brought to bear.

@Bisrat Arega CoC is heavily influenced by the down payment percentage - 10-15% CoC is usually achievable around here by house hacking (owner occupying) a property and using a 3.5% or 5% down payment, or using a 10% down "second home" or "vacation home" loan to secure a Airbnb / Short Term Rental.With 20% - 25% down 12% CoC is not usually achievable for an "on market" rental property deal around King County.

If you were trying to say that the real estate brokerage business is rigged, I agree, it is the system we have, but it's the American way, learn to deal with it until you can influence law makers there is a better way.

But curiously, as with anyone who has their name filled out in Zillow so it appears in their message, I type his name into Google.I find out he had been arrested for selling meth and driving while under the influence of drugs 2 years ago...no thanks.A woman comes to look at the house.

It sits in one of the most unstable parts of the world, where Russia and Turkey compete for influence.

You must have read "How To Win Friends and Influence people".