I have seen a lot more success from my friends getting cashflow in that area. 

It doesn't seem this "accelerator program" is offering anything of true value and quite frankly I am surprised someone such as yourself who has 10 years of experience and owns 50 properties would fall for a gimmick.I've had friends and family swindled by the gurus and seminars out there (I've been duped myself before) so I can understand the cynicism, but not every community is just a gimmick.

I guess it's just too many factors to consider and it easy to get overwhelmed and cannot get accurate info and estimation when I conduct analysis (ex. property tax rate, insurance, maintenance fee, rent, repair, closing cost, etc.) 

High taxes, a declining population, and an environment that is less than friendly to businesses are important factors to consider.

Originally posted by @Taylor McClure:I was talking to a man a week or so ago, and he said that his friend used to buy properties that were a few days prior to foreclosure.

While some agents have legitimate pocket listings (like selling between friends or family members), without a presence on major platforms, it's difficult to verify legitimacy.

Have other friends trying to do the same. 3.)

Quote from @Robert Kemp: Quote from @Jaycee Greene: Quote from @Robert Kemp: I have a friend interested in partnering with me on a deal.

We’re in the exact same boat my friend.

This alone really turned me off, we stay in hotels now and I have gotten similar feed back from other friends and family members.