Cheers,  Michel Hi Michael, welcome to the vibrant BP community and Happy Holidays!

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@Ian ScalzoWelcome to BiggerPockets, a place to interact with a vibrant REI group, learn the real estate business and language.

Today, we see a vibrant and expanding downtown which is helping to convert older neighborhoods into walkable, trendy residential areas.All that said, it really depends on you cash position and patience in the marketplace.  

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@Elder WilliamsWelcome aboard the vibrant BP community.

You are in the right community that will help your get to the next level.Below, are some basics that will get you going quickly.Welcome to BiggerPockets, a place to interact with a vibrant REI group, learn the real estate business and language at near zero cost.

We have a pretty vibrant community and a lot of meetings around here.

@David BethelWelcome aboard the vibrant BP community.