He is a wealth of knowledge on the area and is actively investing locally as well.

.- Can't see a Senior-Only complex allowing Short-Term-Rentals (STR).If so, SELL.2) What is the history of Association Fee increases and how well capitalized is the Association for future repairs?

These are amazing ideas and what's great is your meetups would be a great place to ask these questions as well! 

Well, not so fast.For every successful flip, there is an account of some nightmare project that sucked the bank account of someone dry.

well if I ever make it to the Smokies to see what the draw is  I will rent a condo then :)  I am just guess but I suspect folks that go there want to be in the woods and hear the birds and maybe some local mtn views etc.. or some sort of privacy they never get at home out east were there is not very much public lands close to where they live in the big city. ????

Well said Jennifer!

Thanks- Robert very challenging to wholesale commercial properties as there are a lot less than residential and most are more complex and sellers typically go through brokers and the buyers are more institutional as well.

But it can be frustrating if you're on a tight time limit and don't have the patience of Job.Many hosts feel like a simple site that looks professional and is robust, does just as well for half the cost.

If you can find an investment that pays for itself, you won't be so nervous about investing.I also recommend you educate yourself on how to manage well.

A well-structured deal with a clear exit strategy can be just as valuable as a full rehab.