Why can't you start with some smaller residential or small multifamily commercial properties to get your feet wet, show proof of concept and possibly try to take on larger deals.Or possibly find a local syndication group and become an employee under them learning the trade and finding a mentor in the space.

I am much more into forced equity and getting into larger projects myself, but I live right here and have built an excellent team around me.

If you think that you can generate a lot more cashflow relative to the amount of equity in other investments, then I would consider selling and doing a 1031 exchange into larger property(ies). 

- Are there specific market conditions or trends in 2024 in Charlotte or Louisville that might influence your choice?

I have no choice but to go on but its just so discouraging doing all this alone.  

Feel free to inquire about their staff qualifications if it's a larger organization.2.

For capital expenditures they tend to be larger so getting that fund growing from the start is important to maintain stability.

Hi Robin,I do a fair bit of business as a lender in South Carolina; a lot of short-term rental investors tend to focus on the Charleston & Myrtle Beach areas, but if you are looking for properties that are still reasonably priced and don't mind some renovations, Columbia can be a great choice 

I know of a few good choices if you are looking that direction.

My daughter and her roommate found out that the new tenants were paying only $1750 for a way better unit (larger, fireplace, wood floors, etc.).