Many people can drive on a tank of gas and get a very good deal on a cabin.Interesting question.

I use audiobooks when I drive to and from work (Brandon turners).

We were over in less than 10 minutes.What I learned was to read the auction listings, drive by the properties and make a decision and then go to the auction.If the property is confirmed vacant, this is a great way to get a property. 

It is a good time to try new methods of finding off-market deals, or the tried and true methods that people just dont want to do themselves like driving neighborhoods or going door to door. 

And I like discussing topics with GPT while I'm driving.

These are the relatively effective, low-cost methods to do this.Where it gets interesting is the SEO/PPC route on Google, which could be more costly but drives much better targeted inbound leads and usually higher revenue.Other investors choose the FB route, but what they always boast about is how "inexpensive" the leads are.

From personalized communications to smart home integrations and community-building events, it’s clear that a superior resident journey drives retention and revenue.Sustainability Isn’t OptionalWith new regulatory pressures and resident demand, ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) was a major theme.

Easy Charlotte commute.Outdoor lovers also benefit from Crowders Mountain State Park, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, and Schiele Museum—all boosting Gaston’s quality of life.Investor TakeawaysHere’s why Gaston County might be your next big win: Affordable buy-in with high appreciation potentialJob and population growth support long-term rental demandInfrastructure improvements like the River District’s transit links will drive value upMill conversions + new construction open doors for creative rentalsSeasonal tourism in McAdenville supports short-term rental opportunitiesWhere to FocusStrategyTarget AreasPre-development & rehabFUSE District, Loray Mill, River District edgesMultifamily & long-term rentalsFranklin Yards, Belmont, River DistrictShort-term rentalsMcAdenville, Crowders Mtn, downtown Belmont​Final ThoughtsGaston County is stepping into the spotlight.

That would further drive up holding costs and who knows what the market has in 2-3 months. 

Offer value to potential mentors — it might be running numbers, driving for dollars, or helping with administrative tasks.