The organizer has weekly field trips to look at properties from Rosarito to Ensenada.Have you been to La Bufadora?  

Nashville should certainly be there - regs (but well regulated, predictable) and is the favorite trip for pretty much all SEC Schools (best city by far in SEC, drivable distance, Vanderbilt sells out typically >2/3 of the stadium to opposing fans, etc.)

In terms of his investments, they have been focused on the downtown region, buying up older, but loaded with potential and character, downtown buildings. 

Offer to run errands, make hardware store trips, bring capital to the table etc.

Inspectors on power trips and not picking.

.- If still skeptical, ask for personal references from employers, community leaders, or other respected individuals who can vouch for their character and reliability.By using these methods, you can make a more informed decision about renting to this couple, giving them a fair evaluation while also protecting your interests as a landlord.

Hey @Nicholas Hausmann - I can't provide much feedback on Springfield Illinois it self since I am up in Chicago, but it seems like from what everyone is saying it's a solid cash flow market.In general, it sounds like you have a solid plan...I recommend making some trips there to meet some of the local investors.  

To reduce electrical calls, we educate our tenants at move in on flipping a tripped breaker and limiting electrical use.

What a cool idea.My wife and I have been watching some of the food truck road trip shows and we would for sure come to your food truck park!

We are taking a Labor Day trip and staying a couple nights in Grandy, which is on the other side of the sound from the main OBX locations (Duck, Corolla, Kitty Hawk, Nags Head, etc.).