Out of State Investing in Greater Chicago Area

[Christian Bateman]

Hey all,

I'm looking at a few properties to invest in in the Greater Chicago area. I live in Washington state. I'm just starting out, and I don't have a lot of cash on hand, but probably enough for some auction homes in this area. What are some first steps to begin investing out-of-state, and more particularly, in this part of the US. I have no relations in the area and would be interested in partnering with someone with boots on the ground.

Am I just being naive in thinking I can do this? Or is this a viable way to begin buy and hold properties? What do you think? What do you recommend?