So far, this seems to be too small of an opportunity for commercial lenders, and I would think private lenders' terms wouldn't be as attractive.  

If you're super outgoing, charismatic and attractive, sales could be perfect for you.  

This group has been meeting for years and attracts attendees from all over Columbus Metro. 

Hi @Bryan Zuetel, I have been attracted to the Savannah market as well.

.- Graphic Design: Using graphics to promote yourself, articles, your website is key to attracting the attention of others.

Location is everything but also being a good host to make it attractive to travelers.

While not for a second would I suggest the cost of capital is unimportant, it’s not always about the money.If you’re going to compete on cost alone (all that was mentioned above), you’ll want to be the lowest around, market yourself like crazy, and expect a high client turnover since these are the borrowers you’ll attract.

My guess is the the trendy hipsters that the downtown area is trying to attract may start buying and renovating in this area as things improve.I am not risk adverse, and I know that the rougher area will have clients with special needs, so I am aware that it will require more of my time on the management side.

You just can't compete with the terms or attractiveness being offered by cash buyers if you're using a conventional form of financing.Again, I can only speak for the SD market in particular, but I would think this holds true elsewhere to some degree. 

Would need to bring in nicer houses to attract people.