We were initially looking out of state for a potential move and or investment property just because the property taxes without being able to homestead, plus high cost of insurance, and harsh weather on homes made me feel like it might not be worth it.

Crowdfunding platforms tailored to hospitality investments might be another avenue to explore.

You will likely need financing to scale (especially to scale quickly), and investment property mortgage will not be cheap or even available with poor credit. 

I've been slowly studying real estate investing over the past 2 years and am gearing up to make my first out-of-state real estate purchase.

Are you investing in your local market?

Connecting with investors is a great move too; it’s one of the best ways to gain real-world knowledge and build a strong foundation for your journey.What kind of investing are you most interested in? 

Best of luck in your real estate investing!

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One of my favorite states for OSS investments is Florida.

In the investment property world for smaller loans (<$5M), 75% is fairly normal.