If not, in many instances it does not end well: while hope everything goes good forever - always good to have a what if plan just in case

I also forgot to mention that Rent To Retirement Academy members get access to biweekly group coaching calls, our private Academy group, and biweekly presentations from industry experts. 

It isn't going to rent particularly well, but not awful either.I am sure you have thought about this, but the Smokies are probably nearer to you than NM.

You can check the age via the serial number as well

Self employed in the film industry, grossed about 140k last year.

I.e. there are retail leasing specialists, office, industrial, etc.  

I am looking into hiring a boots on the ground for real estate as well as a lead manager for follow ups. 

I know several locals that invest there and have had many clients that have purchased there as well.

(with conservative assumptions on annual appreciation - 2%, and annual rent increase - 1%, as well as 5% vacancy/maintenance).I see so many people say they only go for properties with at least 15% cash on cash returns, which seems extremely difficult in this market

Hey Ethan, hope all is well!