You apparently don’t have ready access to data that would answer these basic questions about the economic fundamentals in the market you’re attempting to sell here. That’s too bad, because around here that puts you at a disadvantage. Around here, data talks and sentiment walks.
You might be able to make a very sound economic argument in favor of your sales pitch, but we’re never going to be able to see it unless you can get it together and show us. And yes, the burden is on you because you’re the one who’s come here to sell us on your idea.
What are the dominant growth industries in your town of 183,000? What kinds of professional opportunities are currently available and/or are coming to town soon? How many universities are in town to encourage economic growth and support new businesses? How many households in town are making the $150,000+ it takes to buy the homes you’re selling? After all, that’s our market if we go to sell later when there is no more imported equity.
And that’s just the start. You’ve got a loooong way to go before you’ll be able to land a buyer off of this board. If you’re not up to it then this may not be a productive way to spend your time.