Never considered it a market to invest in.

Purchase price: $35,000 Cash invested: $35,000 Sale price: $110,000 A fix-and-flip project purchased off-market from a tired landlord involved buying a distressed property with significant deferred maintenance.

Generally I'm seeing anywhere from $25 - $40/Sf in TIA in different markets around the country. 

Having local family gave me a built-in support system, market familiarity, and the confidence to manage a property from a distance if needed.

Look at their marketing strategy.

Hi David, take as much time as you need to learn the Nashville market.  

For example, you might choose to take a blanket mortgage covering all properties, BUT perhaps the market softens and later you wish to sell a property.

I think it's very dependent on the property and market. 

This year I may see if if I can get a construction loan to build 20-30 apartments, then refinance with an asset based lender. what markets?

Being in the Austin market gives you a great advantage since it’s such a hotspot for investors.