Plus, because of the growth of the area and the elevation (you just don't get the cool weather once you drive down the hill to Brevard or other areas), SO MUCH money has eyes on it. 

A home (whether primary or investment) in my eyes is considered as a savings account once you own it - a store of wealth. 

The more risky an asset in a lenders eyes the more they want to underwrite heavily and mitigate risk with loan terms and shorter durations.

The numbers tend to work better, and you’re still close enough to keep an eye on things.As for NYC itself, deals are definitely out there, but it’s tougher.

Being able to look one of these sellers in the eye and tell them that you can, as a licensed agent, either list their property or attempt to assign the contract, assuming wholesaling is legal in your state, is a huge credibility booster.2) Get an entry-level job, hustle, save as much as possible and plan to house-hack when you turn 18-21.

Would she need to be an owner occupant in the eyes of the lender.

If it sounds like ******** require the production of the medical need for a service dog or begin eviction proceedings.

We are newbies, and don't want to miss out on a great investment and tax savings opportunity, but obviously want to do everything correctly in the eyes of Uncle Sam.

@Kasey Hardt very interesting,  didn't realize this was a pattern but even I've got friends that are getting recruited to the area for medical device startups etc, so could be a very interesting trend to watch.

Also, consider who you’re hosting, is it families, business travelers, or medical professionals?