this interesting article in the Washington post (with very cool maps) says it all wrt costal vs fly over states real estate values...https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2016/01/12/a-stunning-map-shows-how-living-on-americas-coasts-really-is-so-different/?

There are free how-to guides on getting started.As an agent myself working with investors, I can tell you you need to know a lot more, but it is so much easier dealing with people who make logical decisions

Cashflow in Raleigh will likely be a bit tight because the price:rent ratios are getting a little high and smaller multi-families (duplex/triplex) are really hard to come by because the market is so hot. 

Thank you for responding.I have sent you a request.I am so glad i found this group.everyone is so helpful.cheers.

My advice for Shannon to find a Realtor is so that she can learn the process.  

It is so ridiculous I can really not believe how they are in business.  

I feel it is going to depend a lot of your area.In major cities, you can get A/B tenants who rent apartments because the availability of SFH is so small.  

Since you say it is so small and no one will rent the 1/1, why not combine the two and ask for more rent, then at least you will be making some more money, rather then having an empty unit, where you collect no money.

He's family and I know he's not taking me for a ride.I think the white would open it up, but the wood is so warm and cozy.- Chris 

You are right BP is pretty overwhelming when you first get signed up, but there is SO much good info on here it's incredible.I have several friends who are contractors (general, plumber, carpenter...) and one who actually owns a home building/ remodeling company here in the city, would these be good resources for learning about rehab costs, labor, material costs, etc?