Both NC and FL are pretty large states. 

While I have my replacement property under contract, I have still be working on my backups and still touring/analyzing properties.Things have been pretty hectic while simultaneously trying to pull off both the largest sale and largest purchase I have made to date.

The largest portion was a draw from my MOTHER-IN-LAW'S IRA - that I had to redeposit within 60 days or pay an additional 40% of the loan in taxes.

@Daniel Dietz  The largest complaint was the loyalty. 

I'm not sure if it will accomplish what you are looking to do, but you cam do that.

Prior to 2018, I oversaw the FL division for the 3rd largest VR mgmt company in the nation(rather not say the name to give them free promo here).

The study only looked at the 180 largest cities.

KelvinYou might consider joining some local real estate investor organizations.UCREIA is one the the largest and best - attend a few meetings and network.Partnering with an experienced investor is also a good idea.Greenville SC is a great place to invest.Good luck!

Third largest city in NC but nowhere near the problems that Raleigh and Charlotte have (traffic, higher cost of living ,etc.)

There are several REIAs in the area, but that is one of the oldest and largest.