The topic was Transaction Analysis- specifically one data-driven strategy for narrowing your investment search to a particular area by looking home sale trends in various school districts and cross-checking that data with USPS carrier routes. 

Perhaps with so many people being able to work remotely these days, they will move there for the (comparably) low prices and import their own jobs (although I think that's a stretch as I don't see the town being that attractive for remote workers who can live anywhere they want considering the crime rate, poor quality school system and general rundown character).

RE-Driven,In my experience, you shouldn't try to pre-screen for motivation.

Good lenders will still need to understand 1) Character (aka credit...which is part of the relationship and knowing the borrower), Capactity (the planned exit strategy and the ability of the borrower to pay back the loan), and Collateral (what happens if the borrower can't/won't pay...how is the lender going to recoup their investment and how long will it take).

I've driven through the area and found the area to be not too bad, not many people walking around in the middle of the day (working class).

This also includes my LLC origination fee, tax prep fees, meal expenses, etc.To my understanding, the following are NOT deductible under Schedule E income (please correct me if I'm wrong):Business MealsHome Office Deduction (% of mortgage, utilities, etc)Miles driven looking for new properties or meeting agents/clientsCell phone expensesTravel expenses to/from business tripsBank feesCan someone chime in on this topic?

Whether in real estate or something else, it can be very upsetting and disturbing to encounter people who are so devoid of any ethics or moral character. 

They usually have driven a long ways that day and will enjoy that upon arrival.

Market dictates rent therefor upgrades are driven by market demand to stay competitive.

Then start your vetting process based on price point, character, commitment, capacity, etc.