I would say that fancy amenities such as coffee shops, yoga studios, Whole Foods, etc. do play a contributing factor in making a neighborhood great along with many other things, but are huge in creating a good "vibe". 

., relaxed many restrictions around mortgage lending (amortizations ballooned to 40 years; cash-back practises made for 0% down payments; etc).  

The "Pennysaver" is nowhere to be found in Victoria, (although I should call distributor).It seems to me that partnering up with a trustworthy Realtor is the only way to go, paying then a Finders Fee for a lead, and another fee for a COMP (comparison) - and hope that (s)he doesn't scoop up the property before you do.I'm looking for a deal (who isn't) on a residence, and even better if I could use it as a music-yoga studio.After I escape the isolation of this island I can network with a local REI club for more info.Many Thanks.  

PATIENCE or TIME-OUT my mentor says,he's worth more than 99% of the "PROS"Take a vacay, build credit,call bankers, form a LLC,create content, get clean,meditate, yoga, relax LOLPANIC SELLING then the"true bottom" he says...Chamath says 18 mos.

Thanks, Ones mentioned below are great:Some others are:Amazon locker / postage servicedog walking servicehave someone come in and do cooking demonstrations / yoga classes / fitness classes

My goal is to meet more like minded people that I can use my background in HR and financial education to help, and ultimately be a part of a dream team of investors looking to make Columbus (and eventually Cleveland, Cincinnati) better places to live, work and play.When not learning about real estate, I teach yoga for athletes and run a cleaning company.

That can't be good for you.Try some Yoga, it'll help you center your self.Adriene has a fantastic youtube channel;https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene 

My partner is a yoga teacher and health and nutrition coach and we like that the area is outdoorsy as well.

The more you can find same/same the easier you might find it.Your age plus or minus a few yearsYour genderYour political leanings (if any)Your similar job typesSomeone from your gym, dance class, yoga, baby tumbling, etc...Introverted or extroverted like you.No scary baggage (creepy stalker Ex's).Same alcohol patterns (abstinence all the way to drink them under the table).Same age kids.etc...and Pluses:Cuts hair and can give discounted hair cuts at home, and etc...Fun to talk to.Same religious leanings.etc..Good Luck!

My top four neighborhoods are: Little River/Little Haiti - Gentrification sandwich: Design District and ex-Wynwooders moving north, Yoga studios and Hipsterness popping up all around Little River from the South.