You can find the state statutes for the tax deed sales here:http://law.justia.com/codes/north-carolina/2005/chapter_105/gs_105-374.htmlIn general - All tax sales are by competitive bid.

Here ya go:http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/4430/blog_posts/32194-attention-wholesalers-2-ways-to-stand-out-from-your-competition

It's hard for college kids to find meaningful jobs that are teaching life skills or even worthy of a resume, especially with the high amount of competition of the unskilled college workforce.

I just did the refi on my rental property and found a local CU that offered as competitive rates then AIM Loans/Quicken Loans.

Hi Robert -There are good opportunities here, but competition heats up in the spring and supply has been limited.

Won't get double my money back for it.. but in a market were sales are competitive it will make my house sell before the next guy who put in builder grade appliances.

Regulations and laws are tough not to mention competition.

Are you comfortable buying anything in Tulum given the amount of building going on and planned and therefore the competition you'll face when renting? 

My concern is since they rely mainly on MLS to find you deals, is it not a waste of time since these Will be highly competitive.

Unlike the regular work force where it's just competition and who can keep their jobs and climb the ladder first and kiss their boss's behind - not my thing, though I have the highest respect for all those who work hard to bring food to the table (especially my father who's a cop).REI is also the best means I see of achieving the life I want.