With their expertise, they've successfully managed a multi-7 figure wholesale operation and have made significant strides in both the residential and self-storage investment sectors.

Private sector payroll growth has plummeted in the past year.

China is cracking down big time on capital flight and the outflow has been considerably constrained which has led to a RE cool down in many cities worldwide.

It is very true, big, institutional money is investing in the student housing sector pretty aggressively and if you don't have a house within a city block of the UofA, you are actually seeing rent rates go down as they lose out to the newer, nicer condo style buildings that have been built. 

I am in the Birmingham AL market and looking into Huntsville but in the MF sector, its very competitive and expensive compared to Birmingham.

If someone comes to me, I'll send them your way.If you need help in your search or want to verify something don't hesitate to ask.For example: I have clients worldwide and things are just as easy as I e-mail them, talking on the phone.

Lease it for 2-3 years, build the history and income, let the short sale fall off your credit.As for SBA, right now there a COVID relief package where they forgive the first 6 months of payments (8 months for parts of the hospitality sector) and waive their 3% fee. 

Anup, I would suggest looking into the multi-family sector.

@Paul WinkaMy wife is an underwriter for a world wide insurance company, believe me I’d have it if I could..

Specific sector of REI is up to you.