I am approaching this casually at the moment, but it seems that the number of multi-family homes in the Phoenix and surrounding areas are very limited -- I guess it's a difference of culture or the fact that land is so cheap in the southwest that there isn't much demand for a duplex/triplex/4-plex.At any rate, I'd like to hear from anyone who has invested in this region.

Up and coming close to beaches, shopping, culture activities, restaurants, etc. in a growing and desirable town (St.

Separating from the military is a challenging culture and social change that I understand very well as a veteran.

I love the mentality and culture of the community. 

Meyers ( lehigh Acres) on brand new or near new constructed homes ( minus Chinese drywall) for 25 to 40k each.. these homes 5 years before were selling for 250k.. in my mind in that time in space.. that was probably one of the cheapest places in the first world to live.. brand new our near new home for 30k  US health fire and police.. 

I'm also working in a corporate culture that is a case study in Dysfunction.

I have been approached by a group of Chinese investors who want to fund commercial real estate deals that I am working on. 

Some Chinese just want capital preservation, me I would not invest in any deal that was not at least 20% cash on cash to ME... 

Things to look for are culture, energy, training, commission splits and support and coaching.

I've done it on 4 or 5 rental tubs and cultured marble counter-tops with great results.