I think that the biggest challenge is local governments making it difficult for non-occupying investors to get licenses (this is the case in Nashville, New Orleans, and probably a number of other popular travel destinations).

I'm looking for a wholesaler-friendly title company in the New Orleans/Northshore areas.

Here in New Orleans, many of the old houses still have asbestos tiles. 

@Karein Langdell I use 70% in New Orleans.

BiggerPockets will be hosting our second annual real estate conference in the Big Easy (that would be New Orleans for those of you opening Google).

One thing to note about a metal building is that this picture depicts a gable style building, but the pieces can easily be re-configured to form a single slope or lean-to structure.An item not listed on this page and one I see mentioned in several posts are the clear heights and what that actually is on a metal building.

This is the first time I've seen properties appreciate to any extent in Jackson, MS since Hurricane Katrina (New Orleans won't fit here), however the returns on investment have been great. 

My equity is falling short and need about 150k for a tri in New Orleans.

I'm looking in New Orleans for my first duplex.

Recently I have been given the opportunity to relocate to New Orleans with my company who has an office there.