@Robert Quiroz I’m seeing sellers who purchased at a lower price and either have low interest rates or little to no debt on their property.

Ideally, no more than 5% over median and no lower than 15% under median.

We weren't willing to take that risk.My wife operated our first home and after a few months we found a really solid knowledgeable manager who took over operations while still working closely with my wife. 

Once we changed to charging a fee, proof of ability to close, good income, a sizable reserve and reasonable credit, the students not only started taking the training seriously but actually began buying properties for their retirement.

I adjust pricing based on demand, like raising rates during peak season or local events, and lowering them in slower months to stay competitive.

Did you guys close and everything go smooth?

It was a personal referral, received a credit at closing for renovations as well How did you finance this deal?

Flipping a brand new home likely wouldn’t bring much profit - especially after having to close twice when you first buy it, and later sell it.Maybe you have millions to spend and I’m just missing the big picture… but when I think of “income” I’m usually thinking “net income” after you factor in expenses, like purchase price or building costs?  

well if I ever make it to the Smokies to see what the draw is  I will rent a condo then :)  I am just guess but I suspect folks that go there want to be in the woods and hear the birds and maybe some local mtn views etc.. or some sort of privacy they never get at home out east were there is not very much public lands close to where they live in the big city. ????

So your results will be a degree lower than local investors.