I've stopped at houses and started conversations with neighbors of houses that are in disrepair and have bought more than a couple by doing so. 

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I live in Chicago and plan to buy my first house hack by end of year/beginning of next year.Looking forward to learn from all of you!

They live the furthest from the property and will be their first investment deal.

And others have pointed out that building in flood zones can be much more expensive with special permits, requirements like living area starting above base flood elevation, probably more than the $25K difference in the lot that's not in a flood zone.  

I live here and am a Realtor in Baldwin County.

I have lived on the west coast of Florida for a total of 15 yrs.

Hi BP Family,I live in California and am about to start investing out of state.

Just had this conversation with someone in the NRV last week. 

I forgot to add, we live in South Texas (McAllen in the RIo Grande Valley).