Alexis Leondis, Columnist

Forget Boise. Buy Rental Properties in These Cities.

Consider Salt Lake’s demographics, Birmingham’s stability and Nashville’s affordability.

Location, location.

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There's a lot of competition right now for single-family homes across the U.S. — from buyers hunting for new primary living spaces to institutional investors looking to capitalize on limited supply.

It can feel overwhelming if you're in between: An amateur real estate investor looking to put extra cash to work by acquiring a second or third home to rent out.