(Thinking of those little black electronic ones where they go in and get zapped)This is my first time dealing with this, so any help/insight would be fantastic!

Charlotte is a fantastic place for real estate investing. no need to pay off your first property use the equity. 

Engelo and his team do a fantastic job regarding communication and answering any questions you have.  

I recommend utilizing all the fantastic tools that BP has available. 

We are are also considering a commercial residential mix property with a fantastic cash flow.

The Book on House Hacking Strategies by Bigger Pockets is also a fantastic book4.

If you are just getting started in multifamily real estate investing (perhaps making the jump from SFR – single family rentals – or flipping) – make sure you are well prepared if you jump "up the ladder" too quickly – the world of 2-10 unit multifamily investing can offer a great "bridge" between SFR and Multifamily for any budding real estate investor.Video Version - (BP - please delete if this is not allowed) Robin, this is fantastic information. 

It's fantastic to have you as a new member, especially with your background in real estate in East Tennessee.

@Austin SargentHouse hacking is a fantastic way to kick off your venture into real estate investment, particularly with a duplex in Pensacola, FL.

JeffHi Jeff,I'm slightly biased, but I believe the Chattanooga area is fantastic for investing.