I've walked a couple properties right near me, but I'm curious if other investors in this region have a preference for one of these markets even if it's not the closest to them and why.

You are not Wells Fargo or BofA nor do you (or I) receive subsidized capital from the FED or the folks closest to the money printer. 3.

If possible, you need to join a mastermind, not only will it give you the tools you need to grow and make this happen but also the support when those closest to you may be negative.

The closest comp is around the corner and sold for 550 last month.

Should I use a butter knife or a steak knife."

San Pedro is def king if you have the cashSecond place goes to @Michael TrippThird place...Set of steak knives

My closest properties are 2200 miles away from me (in Atlanta).

But my closest property is a 6 hour round trip drive.

Good steaks and Wyoming cooking. 

BUT, they also denied due to the property being '"too rural".Corevest: they offer a 12 month bridge loan which is the closest thing i've found to working. after that time i'd need to refi into something else. the rates are 6-7% which does still mean the numbers make sense. i'm considering this option..I have not pursued conventional loans because my partner and I would like to keep this property vested under our entity.