I am currently in Hong Kong, and there is no way I can or will invest here as home prices compared to rent yields just don't make sense according to any of my calculations.

If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.

If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.

Building a trusted network of contractors will save time and ensure consistency as you scale.

CA has inverse values compared to most of the nation..

Raleigh/Cary is definitely competitive..it's a booming market, but your $30K in cash gives you some solid options, especially for a BRRRR strategy.If you're looking for slightly lower-cost entry points, here are a few markets to consider:Greensboro, NC: Staying within your home state, Greensboro offers a more affordable market compared to Raleigh.

How are values changing compared to the rest of the local market? 

Any kind of non QM financing will have higher closing costs compared to conventional.

You have a good rate compared to current rates.

No matter what you do I think you are going to have guests point out that something isn’t working which could lead to annoyance or requests for refunds or bad reviews.Plus, providing bottled water over the long term probably isn’t going to save you much money compared to paying a plumber to get the fridge connected.