We completely transformed the interior and exterior of the home, adding features like tile backsplash, tiled tub & shower, master bath en suite with dual walk-in shower, new energy-efficient vinyl windows.

Also, there were 716 violent crimes reported per 100,000 Gastonia residents in 2015, one of the highest violent crime rates of any U.S. city," according to the report.While Charlotte's economy has transformed into a major banking and financial center, Gastonia has relied on manufacturing, which has been in active decline over the years.I don't know that I would consider Gastonia for my first foray into another state to purchase real estate, but that's just MY opinion.

@Lumi Ispas and @John Casmon Thank you so much for the detailed response, the Midwest market sounds like the market outside of DC proper, in DC proper the market has transformed into one continuous spring market, it does not matter when you put a home on the market, it will sell if it is priced accordingly.Maryland has a seasonal market as well as some of the best schools in the nation.

Depending on how elaborate you go, you could transform these spaces for around $50-75 per sf.

It will transform your business and dealflow. 

It is a fairly large home at 2833 sqft on a 18,915 sqft lot, but we are more excited about what the property will become once our team has transformed it.

I love the thrill of finding a deal and transforming old properties.

We really enjoy doing most of it, especially the satisfaction we get when we transform something from ugly to beautiful and functional.

I'm currently looking at a victorian style home that was gutted, and had plans approved to be transformed into a 7 unit building.

I now work with clients as spiritual director and psychotherapist (in training), using my own pain an suffering to hopefully help lead others deeply into their own and transform it into something beautiful.