Emphasis on CF, expense on behind-the-scene stuff (concrete repair, insulation, electrical, plumbing) not translating to rent, appreciation may be speculation, etc.

I am thinking of the RTP area, and perhaps Asheville.I see that most of the advice on not purchasing SFR's for LTR right now have to do with interest rates, and am wondering what advice you would give someone who isn't going to need financing.I'm hoping for some steady monthly income with an emphasis on long-term appreciation.I will have around 1.2M to reinvest, and as you all know, I have to identify in the 45 day window. 

As far as needing an architect or civil engineer, you would need a structural engineer (which is a sub-category emphasis in civil engineering). 

@Daniel T Stockman -  Both have the +-College rentals = High income, High turnover, High repairs (depending on your asset class), More passiveSTR = High Income, Constant Turnover, More emphasis on quick maintenance, constantly changing legal environment, active businessThe key to STR success is your ability to be attentive and resolve issues quickly. 

Obviously rates and closing costs are important, I've read some mentions of lenders failing to come through at closing, and I've heard a lot of emphasis put on the speed with which a lender can come through for you. 

Gregory Lukanuski put a harsh push on properties in neighborhoods just sitting and Deteriorating, as also resulted in heavy emphasis on delinquent property taxes.  

Since it is your first deal, why the emphasis on speed versus insuring doing it correctly. 

The panhandle is my area of emphasis.

then it is a different tax payer and you might (emphasis on might since its still a related party) be able to rent from the LLC. 

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