I would be happy to help you on your journey if you need any tips or tricks. 

I am not too far away in CLT and work frequently in the Asheville market.

They tried to trick me out of $450 because the new tenant did not know how to turn on the new stove.

Use the right words so you are not tricking them into discussing a deal that you can't make happen (stay in their home).

Real Estate Investors can play ahead of the game by learning about 1) Real Estate (of course), but not the basic stuff....all the tricks that can make you stay one step ahead of your competition. and 2) Construction - How a house is built and how to fix, remodel and add value.So for #1, you can just make this forum an addiction.

@Jose Alejandro Hernandez I frequently work with investors in your same situation, their home markets just don't offer any great options, comparatively.

The property has since increased 82% in value, we use it frequently as a family for vacations and weekend get aways, greatly minimized my RMD requirement, break even each year on my taxes, etc.

I am buying the home for possible future relocation/frequent retirement visits, new residency/tax filing, and because my sister lives there.

What are some tips and tricks for assessing this in comparison to neighboring properties?

The HOA emails about break-ins frequently, despite a secure parking garage and enhanced security.