All Forum Posts by: Ryan Harrell

Welcome Lynnette! Glad to have you here. What got you interested in real estate? 

Frank, 

Congrats on getting started! Sounds like you're in the early stages, which is an exciting place to be. I work with investors in your shoes every day—especially those looking for reliable, consistent returns from out-of-state investments. Given your situation, it sounds like a more passive approach might be the right fit, and I’d be happy to share what that could look like. 

Good luck! 

Patrick,

Welcome back! What's your plan this time around? 

Nicholas,

That's awesome that you're getting started at 19. Wishing you the best of luck!

Sridhar,

Welcome to BP! Feel free to reach out to me anytime.

Elden, I'd recommend checking out your local investor meetups, spending time analyzing opportunities in your area, reading up on different strategies, and—most importantly—getting really clear on your plan and your "why." That foundation will make every decision moving forward a lot easier. Wishing you the best of luck on your investing journey!

HI Cole,

I’m not an expert on the Cleveland market specifically, but buying low-priced properties — especially as an out-of-state or first-time investor — can be a risky strategy. While they may look appealing on paper, they often come with significant challenges and ongoing issues on the backend.

You might consider continuing to save or even partnering with someone to invest in stronger, more stable neighborhoods. It’s also a good idea to interview multiple property management companies to ensure you’re aligning with the right team before moving forward.

James,
Welcome to BiggerPockets, and best of luck as you get started. I'm curious—do you have a goal in mind for how many properties you'd like to own over time?

Pratik,

Welcome to BP! Are you looking to be more hands-on or passive with your investments? 

Hi @Marty Shawn

Welcome to BP! Many of the investors I work with have been in similar situations. Investing out-of-state in lower-cost markets can be lucrative, but thorough research is key to choosing the right areas and neighborhoods. If you're interested, I'd be happy to discuss turnkey as an option. Best of luck!