We had our second home rented out before the closing.At this point and after reading numerous books on real estate, I realized that although we had reached our goal of owning a rental, our finances were completely vertical and I need to spread out to increase cash flow and reduce the impact of a vacant property.In January 2016, I started data basing different markets across the USA.

So yes, do be careful, and never judge one group based on your experience at another.

Home of the worlds largest marine base and Joshua Tree National Park.

The best referral I received so far was from a GC who recommended Silvan Construction, I think they are based out of Aberdeen.

I will speak to prospects in NC by giving you information based on my experience in Charlotte, the largest city in NC by population.  

This is based on the books I've read and information BP has taught me.

Both of my businesses are based out of Manhattan, but give me the luxury of working anywhere in the world.

Based on what you said there is no money in this property whatsoever.You take 105 and add in arrears, legal fees, and all other kind of stuff a lender tacks on and then add on repairs the property needs there is no money.Might could do a short sale on it.

I've been crunching numbers based on real world deals that I've been finding in Atlanta.

I'm based out of Sunset Beach, which is just a few minutes from LB.