I am a buy and hold guy, but in this climate have considered a flip or two (if I can get a good deal),,,but I watch those dumb "flipping" tv shows, and realized I can't flip because I don't drive a Lamborgini and it appears everyone that flips (based on the shows, LOL), seem to all drive them,

Changing to accommodate business climate that seems to be evolving.

Cement siding may be more durable than wood but it still has to be painted . . . and re-painted, depending on paint quality, climate and conditions. 

In my only attempt at defense, do not blame the answer, blame the question or climate change.  

I personally prefer Greenville due to the warm climate and mild weather.

I'm looking over the codes, but some of the stuff that's included is kind of crazy (like the formulas for the climatic and geographic design criteria) and I have no idea if that's even relevant for him to know.I'd love to hear from anyone who has done this exam before.

I will keep the changing climate with regard to mortgage investment I mind.

Or, at least it wasn't our only concern.Each investor and situation is unique, but some things to consider include:Historic/Recent GrowthFuture GrowthAffluenceCost of LivingEconomic stability and structureAppreciationVacancy RatesCrime RatesCurrent trends with hedge funds and other investorsAvailability of house-type that you're targeting (I'm looking for 3+/2+, newer)Climate (yes - weather)SchoolsI'm actually going through this process myself - you're welcome to read more in my blog post here.

Also important are the new regulatory laws soon to be passed that can really help liven up the housing market and create a healthy investment climate.

Being intimate with the climate of my (hometown) community I totally understand MOST won't touch that ethically with a 10 foot pole. lol@Peter MacKercher Thanks for the reply.