I have been reading and listening to the podcast religiously every day and also trying to practice analyzing deals to prepare for finding my next property.I know this is the most important skill to hone to become an effective investor and I fully understand the process.

My advice would be to start listening to the podcasts religiously, from the very beginning to try and identify what your greatest interests in REI might be.

All that being said, I was in Colorado at a festival a few weeks back. 

Stayed in East Nashville with some friends on the way to this music festival in Franklin.

Summer is one big beer fueled festival. 

My name is Nick Barker, and I decided to create an account after listening to the BP RE podcast religiously on the way to and from work everyday for the last three months. 

hey im glad to see other 20-30 year olds on here with the same mind set as myself. im still looking for my first deal aswell a few things i do is check some of the popular real estate apps religiously every dayive also tried direct mailing on some properties ive driven by in hopes of finding a deal but lately not many people and interested in parting with their properties, but the key i keep telling myself is when you get a door closed in your face go to the next one and keep trying!

The city is growing, with lots of new restaurants, festivals, etc which provide great returns for vacation rentals.

People are attracted to the area during every season and there are a few large festivals that bring large crowds.The restaurant and brewery industry have a solid foundation here which attract people.

I have a good friend who lives in Ashland (works at Shakespeare festival), and would love to learn more about the Oregon market.