There are good sponsors that have a bad deal but what I have seen typically is the sponsor lacks significant experience - they have experience in marketing and raising money - which is not hard when you are promoting 15%-40% returns that clearly were not achievable on a consistent basis. 

@Tony SpearsYou might want to re-post this and put Columbus GA so people in that market with that keyword can chime in 

German,I can see how it might not make sense but my 18+ years in the Banking business has shown me (3) cycles of this very same market.

If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking5.

What are the best text message marketing apps you recommend?

Particularly situated between growing markets in Montgomery and Birmingham, as I'm sure you've seen.

The right way to market a MTR requires more than just Airbnb bookings.

Hi Ambrea,To get into fix and flips, I started by focusing on a few key steps that helped me find success:Educate Yourself: Learn the market, analyze property values, and understand rehab costs.Build a Network: Connect with real estate agents, contractors, and lenders.Secure Financing: Consider hard money or private loans for quick capital.Find the Right Property: Look for undervalued homes in growing areas.Create a Detailed Plan: Budget carefully and have a clear timeline for renovations.What worked best for me was staying disciplined with my numbers and always having a solid team in place.

It’s a challenging market in NJ.

Factor in how much principle they would have paid off the loan and subtract that from the current market value of the home.