I know there has been some recent lower end apartment complexes in the area that have been bought and refaced which has helped change the look of the area but there is many duplex style homes scattered on Century 21st Dr along with Ivey Rd that increase foot traffic in the area.

And is there any path to a lower down payment using creative financing, or is 20% pretty much what it is? 

What are your thoughts on converting a split level's bottom floor into a separate apartment? 

Cost of living goes up, very few things in the world lower in price each year. 

"Lower quality" I honestly would be investing, but I guess semi-gloss if you were really interesting in putting in the labor to wash the surfaces.

The good news is that if you already have some experience or once you get around 5 or so, the leverages will get better and rates may even a little lower for you.  

I have a few questions if any of you might be able and inclined to answer.Is Asheville and environs real estate still close to the top of the market, or is it leveling off a bit? 

Many investors from California buy residential homes locally but invest in the mid-west because of the yearly cash returns making more sense in these lower priced markets.

Let’s just pray that lower rates arrive in time for the spring selling season!

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