.- Diverse Property Portfolio: The area seems to have a mix of both residential and commercial properties, which could allow for diversification in your investment strategy.Strategic Location: Shelby's proximity to global markets via nearby airports, rail, and port facilities could make it attractive for businesses, potentially driving demand for both commercial and residential real estate.Potential Challenges- Economic Concerns: The unemployment rate of 13.0% is relatively high, which could impact the overall economic stability of the area and potentially affect real estate values and rental demand.- Price Discrepancy: There's a notable difference between the median listing price ($295,000) and the average home value ($201,945).

Add $50 for the inconvenience of having to drive somewhere to shower, and you are still saving a ton of money.

Your credibility and expertise will drive their decision to partner with you.

And, it drives away competition.

Tax reasons, lower cost of living, wife is Brazilian and has friends already living in Orlando area, beaches and most cities are within a few hours drive. 

With your analytical skills and drive, I'm confident you'll find success in syndication.

The taxes, insurance, legal, upkeep, vacancies will drive you nuts if a few hundred dollars ruins your day. ;-) When foreclosures are common, (which they are not right now), I send out two thousand letters a week.

However, every 6-12 months, you'll want to inspect the unit yourself since you're within driving distance. 

More people wanted to live there, AND there is limited land available if you want to live within 10 minute walk to the beach, or 20 minute drive to Rodeo Drive, or whatever it is you want to do.  

However, their move will occur in Oct driving us to seek new tenants in a tough part of the year.