I also have a positive outlook on Durham and the Triangle in general.Spend more time in the actual area.

A lot of what is on the MLS is overpriced from a cashflow perspective and when I find a rare gem there are numerous above asking price cash offers that overtake mine.I have expanded my search to include wholesale opportunities and found something fabulous in Logan Square that requires a gut rehab.

One of the biggest faux pas occurs when Realtors don't write a listing correctly and I've seen it a numerous times. 

I ended up looking out of state as the Triangle was too tight and around Bragg there was too much chaff.

I have read numerous times that you have to "buy right" and "you make money when you buy".

I am a full time engineer "W2" worker and have been an active licensed real estate agent in the Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill) area for about 4 years. 

Areas you'll likely want to look at for improved value of homes is Wallace Triangle, Highland Park and Columbian Park areas.

I recently made an offer on a house that is listed for ~$65K, and the house is 90 years old. The inspection report came back with 24 issues under the actions needed list and it made me wonder if this something I shoul...

That same house could be used to house numerous typed of tenants. 

Now you got me thinking about my use of time, production and value /hr in a triangle floating above my head with a fat zero displayed in the center lol.