-The Smokies are within a days' drive of almost 50% of the US population.

As a structural engineer, I could bore you with all the design guides we use for residential or commercial construction, but if you really wanted to get some good sleep, you could look into the Residential Building Code for a deep dive into codes and standards for the construction of homes.

I've never done it before, but hear from BT that driving for dollars is a good way to find properties offline.  

You could develop a deep and trusting relationship with a lender only to find they sold your loan to an out-of-state investor who could give a rip about you.Private/Hard Money lending has exploded.

Some of the common turnover items in my experience include patching holes in the wall both minor and major, repainting the unit, deep cleaning the unit, and changing the locks.

I know this is a long shot but does anyone know how to find out who owns a property in Guam? I've scouted some neighborhoods and have noticed quite a few run-down homes that I would love to contact the owner on (ultim...

I plan to start making flights out to Columbus in early February for pre-construction and to meet the team and look forward to doing a little driving in different parts of the city in my spare time.

I plan to start making flights out to Columbus in early February for pre-construction and to meet the team and look forward to doing a little driving in different parts of the city in my spare time.

If they do a drive by appraisal or miss a deficiency the lender unfortunately lives in true ignorance.  

If you have time, source your leads your self; drive the area you invest in and look for distressed homes, door knock on the foreclosure list, use door hangers when you see a home you really want.