Next, your security means nothing if you can't take out those liens ahead of you.

Your way ahead on any gains, not paying taxes.2. 

I would recommend looking inland and stay ahead of the curve, maybe areas like Lakeland that has really gained traction in the last couple of years, much more affordable and still lots of land (not landlocked by an ocean...)

It provides easy access for travelers who are visiting AK with decent access to tourist activities.

If you visit https://www.biggerpockets.com/events, there is a section for "Community Events & Local Meet Ups." 

Unfortunately, their deduction was disallowed following an IRS audit and a subsequent visit to Tax Court.

Just a heads up, be very careful buying half renovated properties.

If I were you, I'd plan a visit and narrow down the neighborhoods you're interested in and get with an agent who knows the city very well to guide you on the purchase.

Since the home had Kitec plumbing in it I went ahead and had that replaced since the water lines were damaged during the tunneling for the sewer line replacement Work was completed.

Hi @Kenneth Bell - my best friend recently moved to Charlotte so I visited for the first time last year.