While it does have a university and college present, has anyone had any experience investing in this area?

Then start reaching out to real estate agents in the area you like with a specific focus on agents that have experience working with investors if you can find one.

From what I see and my experience, it is a bit hard to find one that is going to Cash Flow positively right away.

Well if you are buying at an 8% going in today, I could argue that compressing it over 5 yrs (again depending on asset and market) to 7% is still a realistic expectation, especially if your sensitivity shows you can still make an okay return if cap rates do continue to expand.b) you need to be more patient.  

It requires a bit of experience. 

Anyone have any experience leasing commercial space to the government.

North-east Charlotte and The Triad area.Would you recommend any knowledgeable builders and GCs who have experience in multi-family new construction?

Just like any vacation spot, some are looking for deals, some want an experience and some want location..Just think Vegas, you can stay off strip and Uber in or stay at the Bellagio and be in the middle of it all with high end everything.

Plan on operating one of the few vacant spots as a restaurant. ( I have experience in the area).

Does anyone have experience with crypto or bitcoin mortgages / lending?