I’ve seen how having detailed visuals can really help in getting deals funded and making confident decisions.

I'm an architectural visualizer in the DMV area looking for my first property to wholesale (Virginia in particular). 

In my experience, a high welfare rate in an area isn’t automatically a detriment it depends on how you structure your investment and manage your properties.Key considerations:Tenant screening & management: Even in areas with higher assistance rates, thorough screening and clear lease agreements can mitigate risks.Market dynamics: Areas with higher welfare numbers sometimes have more stable rental demand because tenants rely on assistance programs, which can reduce vacancy risk.Local laws & support: Understanding local landlord-tenant regulations, eviction rules, and available support programs is critical to protect your investment.Property type & location: Investing in well-maintained properties in desirable neighborhoods, even in high-welfare areas, can still yield strong returns.Ultimately, it’s about balancing risk and opportunity.

It’s a really interesting niche with unique dynamics.

That setup changes the financial and management dynamics compared to renting to a single household.The upside I’ve seen is strong, steady demand and predictable income, especially when using a lease structure with an experienced operator.

That alone can make a huge difference in how tenants perceive the situation.One thing that’s worked well for me is giving tenants a clear visual timeline, even a simple one-pager that shows when each phase of work will happen and what areas of the home will be affected.

Sounds like an exciting trip, Jesse you picked three cities with very different but interesting investment dynamics.

There is more business growth as well in the New London to RI line because of EB, Sub Base, General Dynamics, etc.

I’ll walk the property, provide detailed visual reports, and point out issues that many inspectors might miss.

I also take an initial look at things like location dynamics (employment drivers, nearby schools/universities) and property condition.