Out of state for beginner

[Alex Altamirano]

Hi BP. I'm a beginner who hasn't done a deal yet. I'm looking for opinions on investing out of state for my first property. Ideally, would like to start out with something local to me. But, home prices are relatively high near me (Long Island, NY) and I know there are cheaper options elsewhere. Would attempting an out of state deal for a first-timer likely be a mistake? Thanks!