As an example, we joined an expensive, but exclusive private networking group 12 years ago.  

While I’m not in Little Rock, I’ve found that networking with local brokers and property managers can be key to uncovering neighborhood-specific insights.

After a couple of years of treading the path to frugality to build this financial runway, I've networked with the greatest people who made this all happen, of course, it took the strength, determination, time, etc to place myself where I am today but, without the mentorship of my two great mentors whom I wish used BiggerPockets so I can mention, I don't believe I would have made it thus far relying on some whimsical dream that this will all pan out accordingly, thank you for everything Greg and Lashawn.In addition, I would like to thank Bigger Pockets for connecting me with the greatest realtor @Stephen Schmitt Who took my dreams and aspirations to the core when we first connected and spoke about my future goals to replace my W2 job for financial freedom. within three months of me deciding to pull the trigger and get pre-approved, we found this killer cash-cow that apprised over purchase price!!! 

My focus is on warehouses and I'm always looking to network with others doing innovative things in this space.

NETWORK!!!

Meet-ups and networking are great places to start. 

Luckily, Memphis has a strong network of real estate professionals who are used to working with out-of-state investors, so you'd have plenty of support.In terms of risk, I think buying in Memphis is a good way to manage that.

All you are going to do is put a deposit on it, hold it, and then try to resell it into a much smaller network than it is on now.

The court of public opinion can be much more effective.Good luck.Eviction moratorium with small landlords isnt fair  https://time.com/5846383/coronavirus-small-landlords how devistating the eviction moratorium is on small landlords and how theres very little help for small biz landlordYou can organize join your landlord or apartment association locally to prevent this and also network with like minded people.

The most accurate way is to network with other investors in your market.