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Then I do further analysis on the 3 top selling zip codes to determine the most popular ARV in the area, then get a list of actives with a price cap of 30% less than that (and 90 days solds to use as comps for all of those properties).As I analyze each of those properties for an individual ARV, I am always pleasantly surprised to see how many of those are 15 to 25% off market and how many of them are motivated sellers, short sales, HUD's, etc.It is absolutely possible.

Currently, true corporate NNN leases have rock bottom low cap rates (4-5%), but are maintainence free till the tenant decides not to renew lease.

This is an entire can of worms that I'm sure has been discussed at length in another thread, but just think of the ways people can break things if they don't care or are clumsy; then try to mitigate that risk.Renovations are location and audience specific.You need to look at the neighborhood to see what is popular and what is not.  

Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged.Since you didn't mention a specific REI area of interest, I added three links of the most popular niches for your review and selection of one or all.http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property) http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/01/07/flipping-houses/ (step by step guide to flips)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling) http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meethttps://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/termshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/perkshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categorieshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/courses/a-beginners-introduction-to-real-estate-investing (video courses)https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)REI can be very daunting, but, before you go searching for that 1st buy, please take a few minutes to bone up on the tips in link below.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REI)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

Can anybody from Charlotte/Rock Hill area recommend a good/affordable contractor for small jobs, with experience in flip/rental projects?

I'm from Los Angeles (Eagle Rock), CA. 

Connor, this is where Wordpress ROCKS!

Yes - we'll have to agree to disagree.I cannot in good conscience promote your point of view anymore than you can promote mine.All I can do is what I do in every encounter: encourage you to get educated so you rely more on knowledge and intelligence than on defaulting to "conventional wisdom" and popular points of view.David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.

@Richard Rinehart  both markets have lower purchase prices compared to the other popular cash flow markets.