As a first-time rental property investor, I am currently in the process of evaluating a potential investment opportunity and seeking guidance on an aspect of property layout.

Tax Deferral: One of the primary advantages of investing in a DST is the potential for tax deferral.

This will help identify any potential issues or maintenance needs.

I often visit with potential Smokies investors, asking "Is this a good time to buy in the Smokies?"

Going to be very hard, potential solution would be to bundle up at least 5 of these low value properties into one portfolio "blanket" loan 

If you're really just getting started and you are trying to narrow down a list of potential markets, there are numerous publications that provide reports on everything from employment to housing to trends to major changes within cities, etc.

Real estate investment holds great potential for growth and you've found a valuable resource to learn from seasoned professionals.

You're asking someone to spend a lot of time and energy to share what they've spent years - maybe decades - learning and developing.

I am looking to get connected with people in the area who could potentially take through some growing areas and areas of opportunity in the city.

In a way, this would limit the competition for anyone who was in prior to any potential changes.