So its just deteriorated over time thats why the OP says you can buy houses there for 15 to 30k they price for risk and the 15 to 30k homes are just land lords selling their beat to crap rentals and escaping that ares..

I would have to replumb, run new electic, studs for walls, build a fire escape and so on.

I have clients who will rent to business professionals Sunday- Thursday then people escaping NYC Friday & Saturday. 

They're selling a dream using buzz words like "escape the rat race", "be your own boss", "financial freedom", and "spend more time with your family".

I did point out that they are asking me to enter into a further 3-year contract with them when they are already breaking the terms of the existing contract, but they are so entitled and oblivious that the reality escapes them. 

You hear their life stories and learn so much more about life than another dollar.I get the hunger to escape the rate race wanting more.

I'm not concerned, but it's always a good idea to have cash reserves.Our Lake House was perfect as an escape and still have fun stuff to do while staying away from people.

These people are clearly the victim of some brilliant guru who told them how to retire early/escape the rat race/be their own boss/etc, but forgot to mention the part about it being really tough, and like 95% of people (rough estimate just from my brief experience here on BP) fail. 

It’s warm but not unbearable, and with little to no snow, it’s more desirable for people trying to escape those conditions. 

Tailor your design to create an escape that immerses them in the nature and relaxation that they are missing out on!