If you are just looking to get in there now this oil slump may help you as the current climate is not as competitive.

I think lawns in dry climates are a bad idea but take my opinion with a grain of salt.

My thought was these folks get transferred need a place to buy or rent while they are there until getting transferred to cooler climates.  

Does anyone have experience working with electric heat in cold climates?

We lived in Florida for 13 years and feel that the upkeep in that climate is more extensive than in other areas.  

(equity/discount)Great response btw, but my question now is, is this really possible in today's market/climate to buy a seasoned performing note (with equity) for 60-65 cents on the dollar?

That said, with the current estimated amount of equity, in a matured RE climate, why RISK it... even if you can borrow up to 75% on a new place in AZ with a LO buyer under contract in OR, in a fairer priced RE market?

So I’m looking for some direction from those that currently or formerly have OWNED one or MANAGED one please.What am I looking for, how many pads are better (more vs less), what to stay away from, cold climate vs warm climate, rural vs city sites, can it be run without an onsite manager – (probably depending on the number of pads)?

Hey @Jason RostarYou summed up the current climate for Hawaii real estate investing pretty well.  

My hope is that there is some upside due to the climate here (vs. adding a garage on a property, say, in the southwest).