Buying Condos in Northern VA area

[Lori N.]

Hi, I'm a first time investor looking to buy and hold rental properties in the NOVA area. I see a lot of condos for rent but the HOA fees are rather frightening and I'm worried about all the condo horror stories one hears.

I'd much rather a SFH or townhouse. I'm looking for something under 400K that I might have to do some cosmetic work on that would be a pretty easy to rent. I really like the Arlington area (near the new Amazon HQ), the Falls Church or Fairfax/Merrifield area.

Anyone have any suggestions or agents they have used that are helpful and patient with newbies?

Thanks.