Networking with the BiggerPockets community and learning from resources like Brandon Turner's book were invaluable in shaping my strategy.Good luck!

@Lolo Druffif you're really thinking about buying there then I would recommend going there in person, potentially multiple times, and building a network. 

The biggest advantage of using someone local to where you're buying is that they will understand taxes, insurance, and similar items very well when it comes to DTI/DSCR calculations and payment quotes, and they will likely have a local network of service providers for ancillary services (survey, inspections, etc).

I'm in a small town with nobody to really network with on a regular basis.

Networking at this time can only be done by phone.

Hi everyone, I have received feedback from here about networking with other RE investors in my area.

BTW would love to network with you on Dallas CRE Multifamily inventory if you have access to value add 

Hey Shawn - Highly suggest going to local meetups and joining investing groups on FB to build your local network.

Hey David -  Networking with investor friendly agents can be a game changer for sourcing deals, especially when it comes to distressed properties and/or pocket listings.

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