I am not saying it wouldn't be a good investment, but it doesn't have the name recognition some of the others in that area do (Clearwater, Bradenton, Anna Maria, Indian Rocks)... probably not the price either.

I like the desert landscaping of multch, rocks, and plants that use little water but not sure if that is a good option for Birmingham AL?

@Courtney Rock, any insight?

I honestly believe once you get started and put your foot in the pedal you will be rocking and rolling!

Most faculty and students are part of the church and will not tear the place up.Also nearby are the San Bernardino Mountain communities--Crestline (local County lake for non-motorized boats, recreation and swimming, forest and hiking trails such as to heart rock) , Lake Arrowhead (private lake, allows boats, -make sure the lot has lake membership, some tv stars have vacation homes around here), Running Springs (closest to Snow Valley for skiing), Big Bear (Lake and close to skiing, but more expensive property). 

Make sure you have your numbers rock solid and your team ready to go so you can complete the remodel quickly.

@Mike Hanna rock star info from you as always.

Train train train and know if you first few are terrible, move on and find the rock star, they are out there.  

You will need to find rock solid deals that people want.

Small dents can be repaired with this awesome product called "Rocky's Rock Hard Water Putty".