welcome, whats your edge over other investors?

It’s mostly about safety (no peeling paint, working smoke detectors, no broken windows, functioning HVAC/plumbing/electric).

After going through a few of those categories and hearing, "No, we can't possibly cut that....we need more of that!"

You can find attractive cash flow but may have to struggle with crime, safety, etc.I personally wouldn't invest there because it does not fit my buy & hold criteria but am happy to provide additional thoughts on the area.

Your experience as a licensed realtor already gives you a sharp edge when it comes to evaluating deals and understanding the market.

Just a little rate cut and you get a boat load of unseasoned loan officers cutting their comp to win over the deal. 

Charlotte's Rental Market Update for August 2025.Regional SnapshotActive Rentals: 2,033 (+8.1% YoY)Leased Properties: 907 (-8.5% YoY)Average Rent: $2,143 (+0.7% YoY | +1.7% YTD)Supply is climbing, leasing dipped slightly, but rents are still edging up—a healthy sign for landlords.Best Rental Areas Per DataWaxhaw, NC – Luxury rents at $2,811 (+2.7%)Fort Mill, SC – Strong growth, avg rent $2,569 (+9.3%)*Davidson, NC – Consistent demand, rents up 10.8%Lake Wylie, SC – Waterfront demand, rents at $2,725 (+1.7%)*Union County, NC (Monroe & Matthews) – Surge in rental activity with stable pricin​g.

Although I have guidelines when selecting a tenant, but because I am the one interviewing and usually showing the property, I have the flexibility to cut corners when my gut says so.  

Ensure your property complies with all local health and safety codes.

Costs in many locations don't pencil and you need equity that will be patient because significant rate cuts are necessary to recycle out equity on new construction multi-family deals at this time.