New member from San Diego looking to learn

[Andrew Kewley]

Hello Everyone!

I’m Andrew and I live in the San Diego area. I currently work as a budget analyst, and I’m very interested in real estate investing. I don’t currently have any properties, but I’d like to get into buy and hold investing. My understanding is that investing locally is generally better, especially for a new investor. But since finding good deals around San Diego does not seem realistic (if I’m incorrect here, please let me know), I’m also interested in learning about long-distance investing, particularly in tenant ready or turnkey properties in areas with better deals.

I’ve already gained some valuable information from Bigger Pockets and am excited to keep learning. If anyone has any advice regarding good buy and hold investment markets near San Diego, long-distance investing, or any general advice for someone starting out, it would be much appreciated.

Thanks so much!

Andrew