However, it is undeniable that this city and surrounding cities will see a rise in equity whether the economy holds or crashes since people are coming here in either scenario. 

-Remove tub and shower surround.

Surrounding areas are not bad as well.

I hired a handyman once upon a time @ ~$30/hr for a minor bathroom job, remove tub and surround. 6 hours later he called and had been trying to get the drain out for the entire day.

On to the question...It seems like one of the biggest keys to success is finding deals but from my initial experience so far, it appears this is also one of the toughest parts of the process, especially in a hot market like Charlotte, NC and the surrounding area.

Do you think it's fair to withhold the tenant's security deposit until his unit has been treated after he vacates, and we can be sure that the roaches are clear from his apartment and the surrounding units? 

Investment in most neighborhoods surrounding the downtown area has exploded in the last handful of years, which has begun pushing further and further out.

This is primarily where we invest and I would be happy to give you my thoughts surrounding the area.

Hello BPI am an Out Of State Investor looking to network with other investors/investor friendly realtors in the Cleveland, Athens TN and surrounding areas.

I also predict a shift of investor funds outside of cities into surrounding communities that may have faster eviction times.