When all was said and done, I’d transformed this house into a 3 bed, 3 bath 2,100 sq ft layout—completely reimagined from its original form.But the transformation didn’t come without battle scars.After a nightmare first investment (where I had to flip just to escape), I was already on the hunt for a new contractor.

The transformation made it one of the nicest homes in the area.

One property might not seem like much on its own, targeting one street at a time can create powerful, visible transformation.

The transformation turned a distressed asset into a high-performing, cash-flowing property.What was the outcome?

Here’s what to know:5,000 new homes, 8M+ sq ft of office, 500k sq ft of retail, and 75 acres of civic/trail space are all in the works.Certified “One Planet Living” community—prioritizing sustainability, equity, and mixed-income housing.Infrastructure (transit + bridges) will connect directly to Belmont and western Gaston County, opening up huge spillover potential.First homes (Westrow & NOVEL apartments) expected to deliver by late 2025.Gastonia’s FUSE District: From Mill Town to Mixed-Use HubGastonia has made major moves with the creation of the FUSE District—a sports, entertainment, and redevelopment zone centered around:CaroMont Health Park, a 5,000-seat stadium hosting the Gastonia Ghost Peppers and concerts, soccer, and more.Franklin Yards, a $50M+ project adding 280+ Class-A apartments and retail to the mix.Historic mill conversions (Loray, Osage, Trenton) transforming into lofts and commercial space, creating an urban, walkable feel.The Social District allows visitors to walk between restaurants, breweries, and bars with drinks in hand—great for tourism and local nightlife.A few FUSE favorites:Durty Bull Brewery, Cavendish Brewing, The Rooster (live music), Double Barrel Saloon, and more.Nearby Towns to WatchMcAdenville – aka “Christmas Town USA” – draws 600K+ visitors each holiday season.

While I am newer to the investment side of real estate, my career has given me a deep understanding of property structure, site potential, and what it truly takes to bring a project from concept to completion—on time and on budget.My business partner and I have recently launched our investment business (TEEM Transformations LLC).

Transforming your property into a luxury short-term rental (STR) in the White Mountains sounds like an exciting venture, Natalie!

If you believe you can help people, get rid of your protege program as it is today or transform it into a modern day sales funnel.

I’ve seen firsthand how powerful real estate can be in transforming lives, and I’m looking forward to learning, sharing experiences, and building meaningful relationships here.If you’re on your investing journey, especially if you’re just getting started, I’d love to hear your story and learn alongside you!

. ** Recent industrial expansions are adding hundreds of jobs through 2026 **🔹 Gaston County: 28052 (Gastonia): Gastonia is in transformation mode with the FUSE District project and new mixed-use developments.