Hawaii (in case you're considering flipping here @Brandon Turner) was the worst.National average for 2nd quarter was 48.4%, which was 1.5 lower than same time last year.Here's the full article: https://www.bizjournals.com/dallas/news/2017/09/14/dallas-among-worst-cities-for-home-flipping-report.htmlFor DFW flippers (and others), how accurate is this report?

I live in New York City

I'm doing something very similar in Kansas City and am doing a cash-out refi with a local community bank.

Hi everyone! My name is Tresanne and I am a complete newb to real estate. It's something I have been thinking about getting into for a few years but I never took action to get started. I  currently work at a hospital ...

(https://www.mashvisor.com/)  You type in a city and it shows you investment properties and cash flow, etc... 

Does anyone have any portfolio lender recommendation in the Twin Cities area in Minnesota?

Doesn't the city permit office make sure the property is repaired correctly...to code...apart from the smell?

I browsed the City-Data forum and not found an answer.

@Kyle Steiner Memphis is a good cash flow market but I would encourage you to add Indianapolis and Kansas City to your short list of markets to consider.

All feedback is appreciated.Area is experiencing gentrification and growth of including jobs and city density.Lynchburg VADuplex roof is good for another 13yrs.