This is also the location of the world's 2nd largest solar generating plant. 

After all, the purchase of a home represents one of the largest single investments most consumers will ever make!

Charlotte is a financial center hub as it is ranked the third largest financial center in the US right behind New York and San Francisco.

The tech research in the top universities here is the best and to recreate this eco-system else where will be hard.

I helped build a software company that is now the largest in the world in its industry. 

I appreciate the input thus far and in no way am I just going to jump into RE without taking into consideration the largest moving parts of it all.

I believe the last report is 19 of 50 largest metros have negative YoY appreciation right now.

Most of the (few) listings on FurnishedFinder are for more rural properties and are asking $1,500/mo, where this is one mile from a gym with a pool, a supermarket, and beauty shop, and very close to hiking, golf, and other recreation. 

So for a 1600 sq ft home on oak island will get 575-625k depending on area and proximity to beach access and recreation, etc.

You have to vibe with someone that's going to help you make the largest purchase you'll be making in your life (to date).Join a Real Estate Meetup Group - Everyone at these groups have similar mindsets.