I think the benefit of investing here local vis-a-vis San Antonio is exactly that we aren't such a hot market.

A second mailing might talk about the benefits of ownership.

ThanksThats all relative .  

Hey everyone, Brennan here, and I'm relatively new to real estate investing.

It can be a great option, or it could be a terrible option - running your numbers as Michele mentions above will help you choose the right path.Many of us have worked with HML's, and as selfish as it is - I don't give out my best guys because they are relatively small and they might not have enough in their coffers for my next deal if they get too busy with other investors.Also many lenders work only with specific types of deals in specific geographic regions. 

I like Halifax, but I have the impression that prices are a bit high based on the cash flow potential.I’ve been reading everything I can find on BP related to investing in the Maritimes and saw some reference to how some investors “from away” have been buying properties and not doing so well, is that because of vacancies?

LOL.. figured with my Tesla I have no gas.. and I get bored sometimes so I though maybe I give folks a ride around and socialize a little. .. but then when I read the fine print that I had to accept dogs.. that was a no go in Oregon they would be wet and smelly and muddy.. so my lyft career never lyfted off LOL.. on a side note.. one gig I like that is real estate related for those looking for extra money is that of a transaction coordinator realtors really rely on those folks and you don't have to drive anywhere  computer great scanner and some skills.. my wife pays her 400.00 a file.. and she closed over 30 files last year.. so that's just one realtor and her coordinator has many realtors I bet she makes well over 100k a year from her home.. ( now she is very good I want to emphasize that ) 

He said it wasn't possible since the loan had to be related to a legitimate business and had to be used for things such as purchasing inventory, equipment, buildings (not rentals), etc. 

The biggest factor is not directly related to the HOA but other market factors.  

@Courtney M.Lot's of great suggestions on the forum:Seller carry/finance: Seller may benefit from deferral of gainsHELOC: if for investment, tax-deductible even post reform401(k)Loan: up to the lesser of: (a) 50k and (b) 50% of account value.