We have anything from multifamily & single-family properties that are already tenant occupied to permitted lots, so it works perfectly to consistently have something that can close in 45 days or less.

I recommend that you find a trusted or recommended Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO), who can give you options for property-based loans (mostly investment loans) and they don't use your taxes but the P&L of the property.

Based on how many people have moved here from other states (specifically California, Oregon, Washington, and then a few areas like NY/NJ) along with the amount of redevelopment projects and the chip factory that was put in - I think there will be further appreciation for the foreseeable future.Will Phoenix economy be depended on this chip factory?

It would likely be comparable to what you pay in the NE.Just google "Lexington County tax estimator" or whatever county you're interested in and you'll usually find a web tool from the County you can use to estimate the tax bill based on the previous year's assessments.There is also a law called the ATI tax exemption that can potentially lower than 6% rate by 25%.

Since I'm based in Tampa, I don't look outside and compare markets. 

Jeff and John are extremely reasonable and may give you a handful more great ideas based of what your end goal is.  

RentRedi is perfect for applications and background checks (you can also set clear lease terms and automate rent collection through RentRedi).

I don't remember the exact cost when I did it but I remember thinking it was cheaper than expected.I didn't see a comment mentioning that you should just include utilities in the rent and increase it based off that so I'll be that guy.

Now all taxes are based on a super low rate you can’t fight. 

Private Money Lenders (PML): More flexible, relationship-based funding with lower fees.