The appraiser looks at the sale price of comparable properties, the size of the property, and other factors that may affect its value.Home inspection: A home inspection is a comprehensive evaluation of the property’s condition.

Building a strong financial foundation involves aiming for a credit score of 700+, educating yourself, building relationships with agents, lenders, and property managers, and analyzing properties with positive cash flow.

I can't connect you with IRA/401k lenders, but certainly you can educate folks on this concept.

First things first, take some time to educate yourself.

The second categories are techniques and strategies than CAN and DO work, but the students of the mentor just don’t have the experience, education, knowledge or skill set to make it work for them.  

I know he's considered the guru around these parts and has educated many a folk.

Make the most of the educational resources available on BiggerPockets, and consider joining local meetings and Facebook groups.

Additionally, investing in real estate education through courses and seminars will help sharpen your skills.

Love that you're educating yourself regularly through BP and books.

In general medical professionals are looking for smaller units (studio/1 bedrooms) not 2+ bedrooms- In order to understand corporate demand you should research the types of corporations in the market and figure out if they bring traveling / temporary workers to the area because not all corporations do- You didn't mention colleges but if there's higher education nearby this can also be a driver of MTR demand.