Purchase price: $450,000 Cash invested: $450,000 Centrally located near Shopping, Entertainment, Transportation and much more.

Hey Matt, As a solo-shop, I use the following to stay on top of my client's minds and files: 1.

I would use an experienced broker who can shop around and help you compare best terms on a National basis.

This is where I would focus, as these are the same attributes that attracted those responsible for the larger projects like the Bellweather District you mentioned in your initial post.With your budget I would recommend NW Philadelphia (Germantown and Mount Airy in particular).

My advice would be to shop for a PMC as an employer the same way you would if you were a landlord. 

Let them know you are shopping and tell them to give you their best offer (all on the same day), and state you will go with whomever can save you the most money. 

About $1425-1500/month, depending on amenities, school district, etc.

Go over their head to their commanding officer or the district attorney.

The rates vary throughout the State because of the different millage rates and tax districts, but in Richland County for instance, the taxes essentially triple once it goes from legal resident to non legal residence. 

Going to shop local to see if I can get a better %.