First time investor looking to buy out of state

[Eduardo Martinez]

Hello everyone. My name is Eduardo and this will be my first investment. I'm looking to buy and hold a SFR out of state and I was wondering if I could get some tips as to what I should be doing and what I should be staying away from. I'm currently working a full time job and saving up for a downpayment. I'm looking to buy this SFR either in Tampa, Orlando, or Jacksonville and I'm hoping to make the purchase in 6 or 7 months.