I dont think I will get into the short term rentals or air bnb. 

The property has great amenities including central heat and air, pet friendly, washer/dryer, great backyard + patio, an upgraded kitchen and bathroom, and upscale furnishings. 

I would go to the house with my air compressor, hook it up, and see where the leak is.

There are occasions where the borrower does have ability but does not qualify for traditional - but that is rare.Throw in the fact that I am not a bank so I can create loans out of thin air and only need a 10% reserve as another reason.I can share good and bad stories - it really goes to underwriting the borrower and the price they pay (paying more) is irrelevant if they cannot make payments

Add amenities like a hot tub if not already in place.2.

With the Raleigh area being such a hot market in recent years, I'm looking to find new or experienced investors or other agents to network with, discuss the latest news about the area, and establish some solid relationships with.

Being a 1960s era, it will have everywhere.  6 inch tile floors, hot water pipes, countertops, etc.Would check on that before diving in.

I’m active duty Air Force with four rental properties.

A little too hot for me at times, but I’m more of a fall guy

My personal theory is that it's a combination of a hot market and inundation of the SMS space with new investors, with some carrier blocking sprinkled in.