I had to say something, since by far I have gotten the most the fastest from Tom’s group coaching.Thanks Tom

Forbe's Magazine ranked Lakeland/Winter Haven in the top 20 fastest growing cities in the U.S, alongside several other central Florida cities.

Strong demand (fastest growing county in the state), limited supply downtown due to the historic district, limits on sprawl into adjacent counties because of natural resource management issues, somewhat less onerous landlord regulations, and the ability to find some properties that cash flow at least a little bit right away.

Several of them wanted the fastest closing so they could move on, which happened to be lease option or subject to the existing mortgage.  

This article has some good info on the areas surrounding New Orleans:  Cities with the fastest growing home prices in New Orleans metro areaHere's an article regarding the insurance situation in Louisiana:  Insurance Shock: Homeowners' policies skyrocket - bad for all; worse for someHomeowners Rate Comparison Guide An Online Tool to Help Shop Your Rate

Let me show you the light:Two cities in North Carolina are among the fastest growing cities in the county - Charlotte, and Raleigh.  

In addition to the psychic toll, many of the fastest routes across the metro region involve toll roads, which over months and years can add up to a not-insignificant expense (Again, speaking from past experience). 

Frisco is the second fastest growing city in the US right now and it is booming and the prices have really gone up.  

Frisco has repeatedly been one of the fastest growing cities in the US for over 10 years.  

Those are going to be your fastest and most likely your cheapest options