Buying foreclosures at the court house in NC

[Ben Kirchner]

I'm seeking those who have experience successfully, or unsuccessfully purchasing foreclosures at a court house in North Carolina.  We are looking in the Durham, and Raleigh area.  It does seem quite competitive.  Given the process involves many trips to the court house, many bank withdrawals to place your bid, much time to be outbid, etc...  We're wondering if we're just spinning our wheels here.  Also wondering if there are other areas in NC where we would have better luck closing on a foreclosure. I do remember a BIggerPockets podcast where an investor here said there was so much inventory in Fayetteville, NC, that she couldn't even keep up with it.  Would love to connect with some people experienced with the process!