Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).

If you can get through this rough patch and the #s work, you could see your property's value double from the original purchase price in a few years.Lastly, I'd check out the Sell vs.

For cash flow, I'd recommend checking out the Triad (Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point) or Fayetteville in NC and Sumter and Florence in SC. 

You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.

@Emily Fackler you need to check out kreia.

Get an estimate from a GC to get a good idea of what is required.Market Comparables: Check what similar-sized homes with finished basements or additional bedrooms are appraising for in your area.

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

Check out the Short-term and Vacation Rentals forum.

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

@Jacqueline Wright  Every auction is different so the first items to check: do they allow financing if you win the auction?