. - Smokies- emerald coast - forgotten coast- Orlando - North Carolina coast (Topsail island, Oak island etc..)We are planning to make this a business in the coming years but for our first property our main primary objective is strictly cash flow so we can begin scaling as quickly as possible.

They have the second best schools in the state (topsail elementary and middle).

Looking for some STR knowledge and referrals in North Carolina (Outer Banks + Topsail + Asheville).

Does anyone have a great experience working with a builder in the Wilmington/Topsail area?

I would look to the south end of Topsail Beach -- I anticipate strong appreciation/growth due to some unique factors such as crystal blue water and a highly successful beach renourishment program.

It might not be a precisely apples-to-apples comparison, but I have a 2/2.5 1200 sq ft beach house just an hour north of Wilmington at North Topsail Beach and I pay $125 for cleaning, $95 for linens, so a $220 total cleaning fee I pass directly to the guests.

So here is what I want to know: Who is house hacking in my area (Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Topsail, Leland, Oak Island), How has it impacted your life, what opportunities has it opened up to you, and why haven't you told everyone you know about house hacking!!!!!!

Pender County beach towns (Surf City, Topsail)@Mack Lengel will be your go-to guy for the Smokies, he's helping me out right now also!

My wife and I are currently focused around Topsail, Surf City and North Topsail. 

While many investors target Outer Banks community beach homes in near by Surf City or North Topsail Beach, Wilmington is a strong alternative.