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Jaime Devine
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Hi everyone!

I have been watching from the sidelines for a while and I think I am ready to get a little more serious about investing in real estate. I am currently exploring a few tertiary markets in NC and VA where I am interested in buying smaller SFR needing little to no light renovations.


I would love some thoughts on one market I am considering.  My small hometown in NC is not especially interesting or exciting for any reason.  The numbers are fair but not amazing.  BUT my father has owned a construction company there for 50+ years, knows everyone, and lives there.  We are not especially close but I know he would help me with recommendations, checking out homes, maybe even some reno work and fixes when needed.  He also would have insider info on off market deals.  My question is does that add enough value to make a less than amazing market appealing enough to go for it? 


Thanks everyone!  Can't wait to learn more and contribute to the community.

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Sean Graham
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Sean Graham
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Totally get where you’re coming from. Having someone local you trust, especially with 50+ years in construction is a big deal, even if the market isn’t amazing. That kind of support can make things a lot smoother starting out. 

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