Kind of like Blue Ridge, GA is where Atlantans buy before they discover NC.

I’m a consultant with Ridge Lending Group, where we help investors structure financing to build and scale their portfolios.

Ideally within 15-30min from downtown Asheville, the Biltmore, and/or the Blue Ridge Parkway. 

If you're looking outside Knoxville markets like Jefferson City and Oak Ridge are worth exploring some as they can offer some decent returns. 

If you need recommendation, I suggest look for Ridge Lending Group.Learn to analyze deals using metrics like cash-on-cash return, cap rate, and DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio).

., Titan Funding), while pros secure 90% LTC (Ridge Street Capital).Holding/Closing Costs: Often rolled in (2-3% closing + $5-7k/mo holding); a Clermont flipper rolled $15k into a $250k loan, raising rates 0.5%.Points: 1-3 upfront, 0-2 backend (2-5% total); a Leesburg deal paid 3 points ($9k) for a 7-day close.Creative Structures: Seller carry-back (10-20% down, 4-6% rate), subject-to (0% down in Maitland), or 50/50 JVs with GCs ($80k profit on $500k Clermont flip).

@Jeremy Dyer - I see that capital calls went out on two more properties (Rise North Ridge and Rise Trailside).

I love this area because it's growing so rapidly and has us positioned nicely to take quick getaways to Blue Ridge and Lake Lanier.

At Ridge Lending Group, we see this approach work well when planned intentionally.Here’s how it typically works:- Acquisition & Rehab: Use a hard money, bridge, or fix-and-flip loan.

Shoot me a messageHi,This is Hannah from RJERR LLC, We currently marketing a property at 2635 Ridge Manor,GA and I’m exploring the idea of reaching out to Oxford House to offer it as a rental option.