There are several other out-of-state cities that can give you stronger cash flow and easier scaling, especially as a long-distance investor.Other Markets to Consider:Akron / Canton, OH – Very affordable, excellent rent-to-price ratios, stable economyHuntsville, AL – High job growth, strong appreciation, landlord-friendlyBirmingham, AL – Low purchase prices, reliable cash flow, good PM infrastructureColumbus, GA – Military + manufacturing presence = stable rents, growing job marketTips for Picking the Right Market:Run the numbers first – GRM, cap rate, cash flow after taxes, insurance, PM fees, and vacancyTalk to local property managers – get real maintenance & turnover costsVisit or virtually tour neighborhoods – check schools, crime, amenitiesUse conservative underwriting – always build in a cushionI’d suggest comparing 2–3 of these markets side by side before making your first purchase.

yes, and wasn’t happyHe doesn’t call back and has stopped even keeping us up to date on lots we bought years ago

My advisor strongly recommends setting the official "Placed in Service" date for January 2026.

My advisor strongly recommends setting the official "Placed in Service" date for January 2026.

I managed to get in contact with the landlord of their most recent eviction, and they did the EXACT same thing to them only a couple of months prior--scammed their way into getting the keys, then never paid a dime, and continued to occupy the property all the way up to the set out date.

They keep giving me fake dates through the whole month of February when I would be clear to close.

In the case of a 30 year mortgage it would be 12 years after the end date so 42 years.  

You get the same stepped up cost basis at date of death, so its great estate planning as well.

That’s your cutoff date.

We offer an amazing Subject to Close setup for new home buyers that only requires 10% down to get material ordered, and put on our installation schedule for immediately after the closing date.