Hi everyone, I've been involved in investment real estate and am transitioning into raising capital for real estate funds.

My wife and I have jumped in and invested in two separate STR properties in the Blue Ridge area. 

I''ve only heard of ones existing who work on large constructions projects, not small single family home investment properties.City inspectors will inspect as part of the permit process.

We were initially looking out of state for a potential move and or investment property just because the property taxes without being able to homestead, plus high cost of insurance, and harsh weather on homes made me feel like it might not be worth it.

If house hacking isn't the best option for me, how would you recommend starting out to build up some investments.

@Chase AlexanderRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

I enjoy working with my buyer, seller and investment clients.

My wife and I live in Easley & invest in this area.

Quote from @Michael Johnson: Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.

Hey Bigger Pockets, I’ve decided to get out of my analysis paralysis and actually jump into real estate investing- focusing initially on wholesaling.