With a substantial down payment, targeting the suggested price range within Raleigh limits is not only possible but strategic, considering the city's job growth and vibrant community.However, as you've wisely pointed out, the expansion towards outlying areas like Selma/Smithfield and Benson brings both opportunities and challenges.

Columbus is a vibrant market with potential for both growth and cash flow.

Virginia indeed offers a vibrant and diverse real estate market, with its metropolitan areas presenting numerous opportunities for growth and investment.Looking forward to seeing your journey unfold and celebrating your successes along the way.

Orlando has a pretty vibrant investor community both in person and here on Bigger Pockets.

Chicago is indeed a vibrant market with many opportunities, especially in the multifamily sector.Here are some tips and considerations as you prepare for your move and property purchase in Chicago:Research Neighborhoods: Chicago is a varied city with a wide range of neighborhoods, each with special qualities and investment opportunities of its own.

The house is very charming, in a very quiet area at the end of a dead-end street, yet within walking distance of a vibrant downtown area with stores, bars and restaurants.

The house is very charming, in a very quiet area at the end of a dead-end street, yet within walking distance of a vibrant downtown area with stores, bars and restaurants.

No, Mpls is not going to "go Detroit" but the riot's and all that came from that mixed with COVID, things have changed, it's a shift, and not all is sorted from that so it's not as vibrant as was prior. 

By focusing on this vibrant city, we position ourselves to take advantage of its growth and the potential for significant returns on investment.Next Steps:If you're intrigued by the prospect of partnering on short-term flips in Atlanta and leveraging my expertise and dedication for our mutual benefit, I'd love to connect.

we are Marco & Christine Padilla, and we're thrilled to be joining this vibrant community of real estate investors.