We spent too much remodeling it and dropped the price too quickly in a softening real estate market.

Also what type of markets have seemed to support this model best?

Many lenders avoid these deals due to the low resale potential, but I'm curious if there are any loan products available for this price range, especially in markets like the MidwestAlso, does anyone know if any lenders are bundling multiple low-cost loans to meet minimum loan thresholds?

And let me tell you spec loans from banks dont grow on trees.. especially for guys like us that are not in market..

He has been in the business in the area for 30+ years so he knew the ins and outs of the market.

Determine what strategies you want to do and connect with realtors in the markets you want to invest in.

They then wait until July 23rd to tell me that they want me to be employed in my field for a year before final approval, closing was supposed to be the 26th, thankfully the seller accepted a continuance until August 19 as I would pass the 1 year mark on the 14th.

They often have access to listings before they hit the market and can provide insights on upcoming opportunities.hope this helps-

If you're into long term buy and hold to target appreciation, Columbus is another market you can check out. 

As we currently sit, interest rates are moving in a favorable direction meaning more and more buyers will begin to enter the market for investment properties.