I would first find a market that is showing signs of market growth.

To answer your question: As for my market (San Diego) there is such a shortage of housing that even with a steady population we have been near nation high in RE appreciation each of the last few years.  

If a certified electrician told me that a GFCI outlet in the bathroom was installed correctly, and I had initially said it wasn’t, then I would immediately know that I need to update my education on that system and would hope that other inspectors feel the same.

I am trying to learn hands on skills so that I can buy properties that may need some TLC given how hot the market is here in Raleigh.

I'd love to connect and learn about the market. 

Let me know if your ever in the market for SFR in that area

That's a great deal in this market and 5 other investor would be making offers.

The plan is to replace all current free-market tenants with Section 8 tenants, as the rents are higher.

Median Price: $699,900, +7.68% Yoy.Closed Sales: 4,105, 7.55% Yoy.YTD Closed Sales: 17,109, -0.50% Yoy.Inventory: 6,121, +34.14% Yoy.YTD Inventory: 27,419, -6.69% Yoy.New Listings: 5,203, 8.67% Yoy.YTD New Listing: 25,440, +7.73% Yoy.Months Supply: 1.9, +46.15% Yoy.Cumulative Days on Market: 27, -10.00% Yoy.

Columbus is one example of appreciation market.