Thank youBest,SathishkumarI would potentially try starting out being a cohost in that local area or work for a cohost company .

Suzanne, This is impressive - love to see deals being made in my local market.

Think: a coffee station stocked with local beans or a reading nook with plenty of natural light.

I would like to speak with local investors, real estate agents, property managers, lenders, etc. from the area.

Please advise.ThanksMel I'd recommend a local Independent Agency that has access to multiple markets including surplus lines

Local CPI for this period is 3.6% so max increase in 8.6%. 

I have a bank locally that will use DOT as collateral for loans.

Even if you're in a local 50+ league and want to be competitive, a coach is probably over-kill.

Let the agent know that while you’re interested, the property’s condition and local comps don’t justify the asking price.Taking a warm, conversational approach can make negotiations smoother and improve your chances of getting the deal.

well if I ever make it to the Smokies to see what the draw is  I will rent a condo then :)  I am just guess but I suspect folks that go there want to be in the woods and hear the birds and maybe some local mtn views etc.. or some sort of privacy they never get at home out east were there is not very much public lands close to where they live in the big city. ????