Best markets to become a landlord - Jul. 3, 2014

The rental market has been booming over the past several years, with many landlords earning double-digit returns of 10% or more.

And while rising home prices have dampened returns for landlords in some markets, other markets still offer plenty of profits, according to RealtyTrac which analyzed rental market conditions in 370 major U.S. counties, including median home prices, average rents and unemployment rates.

Best markets to become a landlord - Jul. 3, 2014