@Rahul SunkavalliBecause the banks can be a nightmare to deal with and I used to be a loss mitigation (REO) specialist for Chase so I know.

While in the service, I was a contracting specialist for nearly 10yrs.

Personally, I don't agree that appreciation should be your primary objective, but if it is, only Kansas City is currently experiencing any significant appreciation.

There are shiny objects every where but with laser focus and determination you will learn to put blinders on and stay focused on what you need to do to become successful in your REI biz.Its GR8 to read books and educate yourself but get to know your WHY. 

Whereas this may help lessen discrimination because it makes lending more objective rather than subjective, it also makes it difficult for investors to get the best types of loans over time because the algorithms are not created in favor of investors.So how does an investor grow a portfolio if the algorithms are created against them?

He's a non-recourse capital finance specialist. 

My main objective is to build community and share experience/inspiration.

No one strategy fits as everyone has different timelines and objectives.

A driveway specialist should evaluate and provide repair/replacement options.

@Zayne Ruth If your local market doesn't fit your objectives then you really don't have any choice.