We have created work instructions for every step of the process so we can maintain consistency in how we evaluate properties, communicate with tenants, market our properties, handle rent increases, manage property turnover, etc..... 

You’ll want to make sure your property is styled and stocked to fit the target market catering to what Big Bear has to offer and what guests expect.

I would consider getting 1-2 deals on market before you purchase off-market.

I'm really looking forward to your blog and hearing about your experiences in these markets.

I don't do any marketing. 2.

I realizing the duplex conversion strategy is more complex I probably wouldn't try it on my first property, just want to get a sense of what's possible in the Chattanooga market :) Thanks!

In many states I get people 90%/100% even for beginners, CA is not one of them however has investing in that state is often pricey and lengthy timeline wise.In smaller markets between the ohio valley and the colorado rockies, there are pockets where newbies can sneak into the game for cheap and for quick. 

Be careful when you select entity types.A pass-through entity in the United States, such as an LLC, may not hold the same characteristics in Canada.What market are you looking to invest in?

Then to find inventory, you need to search out, i.e. network, and find out who is creating these type of notes or you help people that may have an interest in seller financing how to create a note that is marketable to the secondary market.

The market is going to go up in the next 5 years.