Your program sounds spot on, I like the "graduating" to less restrictive properties, but initial intake into the most tightly controlled home.The NIMBY factor is certainly an obstacle, but can be overcome with persistence (of legal action to enforce one's property rights, assuming one is in a correctly zoned area).something that could be added is work outreach program, as the ability to find work after recovery is obviously critical.

Scranton PA is a great spot to invest.Pros:- Low cost of buy-in / not much needed in comparison to other areas due to affordability in purchase price- High-Cap Rates- High Cash Flows- Stable market / continuing to appreciate- Beautiful revitalization of the downtown- Influx of jobs, employment opportunities - Plenty of renters- New Amtrak service coming- Surrounding neighborhoods are sought after, solid schools, "home team" mentality in most of the towns where people want to stayFor the Cons:- I can't think of any OVERALL cons that couldn't be avoided in working with the right team.

If convenient, I'd be happy to check out spots and offer thoughts on ARVs and rehab costs

These neighborhoods exist and aren't difficult to spot but most ignore the characteristics because they are hyper focused on whether they can achieve their BRRRR refinance and ignore everything else. 

Once you can properly analyze a t12 and rent roll, then plugging it into a tool will help you spot opportunity.Gino

It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.6.

My network has provided me with an amazing opportunity to help others in a similar spot I was in not long ago to get started with real estate investing.

So, they are never spot on, but they average out somewhat since some of your estimated tasks will be MORE and some LESS than anticipated.

We tested it was not black mold and there were light spots with the lack of using the ventilation.

Trying to improve my knowledge in finding a sweet spots for my investment.