I invest in the neighboring state of New Jersey and have 2 properties with a total of 4 units between the 2 and I am looking to scale.

You’ll lose the 10% state income tax, you’ll eliminate the traffic, and assuming you and your friends don’t bring it with you.

That said, tying up more money in the mortgage might limit flexibility, especially if you plan to buy another home out of state soon.On the flip side, the 30-year mortgage gives you breathing room.

@Cooper CheonI started investing out of state around 2018 from Los Angeles County.

It's one of the hottest markets in the US right now with so much population growth, job growth, and companies moving/developing here (26B Intel headquarters being built here, 68K+ enrollment in Ohio State University, Amazon, FB, Google, Honda, Nationwide, Anduril, etc.).

Quote from @Allen Zhu: I'm curious if anyone has seen tremendous success with out-of-state  real estate investing.

Are you open to out of state investing? 

Did the first company state why? 

You need the right team, local knowledge, and a game plan—especially if you’re investing out of state.

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