You're definitely in the right community. 

Hello BP Community,I have a cash deal opportunity and I've never done a cash deal before. 

Hi BP Community!

The other thing I have done especially if we are approaching winter months is just tell the insurance company that we will have them done in spring.

Prices remain relatively low, but appreciation may be slower.Monroe: A mix of cash flow and appreciation potential, Monroe has become a popular choice for investors, especially in areas where new developments are popping up.Appreciation-Focused NeighborhoodsBallantyne: A well-established area with high demand, Ballantyne offers excellent long-term appreciation potential, though cash flow opportunities may be limited.South End: A booming urban hub with a vibrant retail and restaurant scene.

It's nice to see the community showing support for STRs and pointing out that an STR doesn't solve any of the real problems.  

My recommendation would be to engage an investment property focused realtor (not a general residential realtor) and let that person guide you through the process from pre-qualification to market/property valuation and selection. 

We have been around the bigger pockets community for over a decade now and have more 5 star reviews on bigger pockets than any company on this website in any industry (>270  5 Star reviews).

I could use some help, and likewise would love to bring business to those in the community here.1.

I've never really done a deep dive in analyzing the area because it is a retirement community, median income is very low, and there arent a lot of jobs in the area.