Going to the property is also a great way to keep tabs on the condition of the property.

Louis market, but realized soon after that I was much more drawn to being an investor.

I could see beyond the initial condition and recognized the opportunity for significant appreciation.The Journey:I invested time and resources into renovating and optimizing the property.

You will need money for marketing so don't think it's free. 

So, I've been reading and hearing about the market and future growth of NC.

- Have you looked at other markets in Louisiana? 

You will find lots of Carpetbaggers trying out commercial from residential as the residential markets shift. 

With a diverse background that spans over 14 years in business ownership, sales, marketing, media, and business development, I'm eager to bring my skills and experience into the BiggerPockets community.Before diving into real estate, I spent 16 years in IT with the federal government, and I'm also a proud Air Force wartime veteran.

Ignace, Michigan because you saw it on a list is probably a waste of time unless you have some sort of connection to that market. 

The market may be correcting.