I've recently moved to SC and am trying to get into REI here. 

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

So that is another way to scale using leverage and still get positive cash flow.

If you’re looking for a good balance between appreciation and cash flow, there’s a lot of opportunity in suburbs to the west, including Adamsville, Forestdale, Pleasant Grove, and the like.If you’re open to nearby markets as well, Tuscaloosa could also be a fast-growing spot with strong student tenants worth looking into.

Hey AJ,I used @Nick Belsky when I did a refinance in Dayton about 3 years ago, he was able to find me a pretty good loan for my circumstance. 

Which agency can I talk to on this for advise?  

As I read your comments, I'm finding that we both used some of the same approaches. 

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🏙️✨ This 12-acre, multi-phase project is set to introduce:✅ Luxury Living – A 383-unit apartment community & boutique hotel✅ Business & Retail Hub – Over 400,000 sq. ft. of office space & a variety of restaurants, shops, and fitness studios✅ Pedestrian-Friendly Spaces – Green areas, public art, and a vibrant "main street" atmosphere✅ Historic Charm Meets Modern Growth – Two historic brick mill buildings will be seamlessly integrated into the design🏡 Market Insights:📈 Avg.

Feel free to shoot me a DM and I can invite you into couple of local FB groups, and also maybe WeChat groups if you are on.