There's pluses and minuses to each choice....For Financing, the HML here in the states always drop and restart their Foreign National Programs. 

These areas will require a good amount of on the ground knowledge that you probably don't want to spend the time getting. 

TN wasn’t a choice when I chose so I went with the low property tax, cheap insurance, no income tax, no weather, low maintenance, cheaper and newer inventory location that everyone is moving to. 

We're bringing a knowledgeable general contractor to the property walk-through next week to assess potential risks, and I will also check the HVAC and electrical systems myself, as I have some experience in these areas.

So regarding ‘the old’ when to buy strategy I beleive that should come from a balanced place of financial stability, wisdom, knowledge, experience, and gut instincts.

My knowledge is limited to the Ohio Market.

They often have no choice but to stay and rebuild with insurance money. 

All of the properties are in good condition to my knowledge and I don't see any big foreseeable expenses for at least the next 5-7 years. 

I knew I would be able to get the knowledge from a plethora of places.

I’m on the verge of purchasing my first property in Winston-Salem, NC, and I’m reaching out to tap into the wealth of knowledge this community offers.