I like to think I have done ok. for me finding properties is sales - managing real estate and growing your company requires problem solving. 

Palm Coast, while not as flashy as Miami, is indeed growing rapidly, with increasing interest from higher-income professionals and retirees.

lol not sure what I am getting into this year but always looking. really trying to grow the unit count. i probably won't do a flip.

Pittsburgh is home to many major universities including the rapidly growing Carnegie Mellon University which is “at least partially responsible for Pittsburgh’s growth, from revitalized neighborhoods to a vibrant and booming restaurant scene.”

This way, you’re still growing your portfolio without overextending.Looking forward to hearing more about your journey.

This is verified based on the good schools, department stores opening up (Costco, Target etc.) as well as verified investment from Jerry Jones (Dallas Cowboys owner) and the city to grow the population.

By any chance did you grow up in/around South Memphis? 

Some of the best investment were made in bad neighborhoods and higher crime rates then as usual the area becomes gentrified and continues to grow in both equity and passive income.

These costs for most of the individuals are considered personal in nature (unless you have a RE portfolio that is run like a business; see below).

The most important thing you will need to keep in mind is to find a market that is growing in population and jobs.