Thanks for the tip and I have chosen my goal is to become the highest producing agent in Central TX within 5 yrs

My next steps are: Form a LLC (name already chosen and confirmed it can be used in above States)Set up a business bank accountInterview property management companies (need some referrals)Look into financing in detail (conventional loan vs hard money lending) - need to look at smaller banks that would lend to a LLC perhaps with a personal guaranteeVisit the site (maybe a property tour)Make an offerGet an inspection / appraisalClose on a dealGet a landlord insurance policy + umbrella policy (need some referrals)As always, I would appreciate any comments, thoughts or feedback.

My recommendation is that once you have chosen the market you’re going to be investing in, then use the air DNA data to do a deep dive 

When people now search for the best keywords even a human being will be chosen by google as a suggested result.

But, I’ve chosen Portland!

Nearly every property had a room full of investors yelling zero (0%) hoping to get chosen for the certificate, and on average 70% redeem in the first year! 

For a more precise perspective without these programs (or in addition to), I would encourage you to start establishing professional relationships with local brokers, mortgage lenders, and other support pros (legal and accounting).I’m curious to know about your chosen niche and experience.

To add to my thoughts about Scranton: Lehigh Valley was chosen as a business hub due to its proximity to 4 major cities right in the NE.

Have you chosen a market?

I also live on Long Island and I have chosen to invest out of state.