They are also two zip codes you can get burned on really easily if you don't know the neighborhoods and don't spend the time doing your due diligence.  

Can try to reposition to Class B, but neighborhood may impede these efforts.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.

You can be the go to agent in your own community/neighborhood.

However I only know the western Oregon market and this type of RE wholesale would only work in the midwest or south where real estate isn't as crazy high demand/low inventory/above market value as Oregon is, so I can't apply my same parameters/experience/cost of renovations/what local buyers prefer/high demand neighborhoods vs slums etcMost RE programs have lots of reviews but this program seems to have no easy to find honest reviews from folks that are not connected to promoting it

Understand the neighborhoods, pricing trends, and rental demand to make informed decisions.Stay Open-Minded: The real estate landscape is constantly changing.

Can try to reposition to Class B, but neighborhood may impede these efforts.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.

That's sort of the catch, the larger the building and the more amenities it has, the more rules you will run into. 2-3 story walk-ups in nice neighborhoods could be a good place to start, lower HOA fees too.  

The area had stalled after the 2008 downturn, but he saw the potential for growth, just like you did.He held onto the property, renting it out and watching the neighborhood gradually come back to life.

I have a 2.625% interest rate and the home is in a desirable, established neighborhood in the city and just a few minute walk to the University of Pacific. 

You may see electrical outlets that do not work, extension cords running across the home, wires hanging from ceiling electrical outlets, and other obviously “amateur-style” repair jobs—all of which are red flags.Pro tip: Remember that it is often wise to hire a professional electrician when dealing with repairs.7.