People’s Republic of Asheville is more concerned with STR regulations than people living in boxes on the streets.

There was an STR boom when many people bought homes here thinking they could have passive income, but that is not the case here as much as it is in places like Asheville (which is still seasonal, but not as much).

A lot of people haven't even heard of it.

Most people don’t want to sell a property and walk with zero dollars.

Usually, this is a sign of stability and a preview of the types of people who live in the area. 

People are more likely to buy and stay here, versus move around. 

Thanks, Victor.I have met the people in person, and it's a fairly large, established lender operating in multiple states. 

Look at how people invested 20, 40, or 60 years ago.

Generally speaking, I think tech like this stuff and social media have lowered the barrier to entry, allowing people to take risks they dont fully understand, whether wholesaling. flipping, lending, etc.

What I recommend people do is tell the lender ok great I am going to want to use my own title company to close this so funds would go to them.