Even though RI is a small state you want to be aware of the differences in cities and towns same as you would in MA. 

I have a little but Indiana is the market I'm currently researching .

Another option is to split the cost based on the number of occupants in each unit but this also means you'll need to adjust the charges as tenants move in/out, so it requires more work and I wouldn't recommend it.

I think this applies in all aspects (fitness, relationships, career, etc.). 

Hopefully they will be more investor friendly soon!

You can contribute by finding deals or managing properties in exchange for a share of the profits.Lease Options: Control properties without owning them by renting with an option to buy, and potentially sublease for profit.Owner Financing: Buy properties directly from sellers willing to finance, bypassing traditional lenders and often requiring less upfront money.REIGs: Join real estate investment groups to pool funds with others for property investments.For a more hands-off approach, investing in turnkey properties in growing markets with minimal upfront investment would be ideal (like in the Southeast and Midwest of the country).

So, when investing in areas they don’t really know, investors should research the different property Class submarkets.

They find deals on oceanfront houses all over the country.I'd even look for a fixer upper to get a great deal.

.: This is one I’m considering…they’re active in the local RIA here in Orlando (CFRI.net):https://sdrhouses.com/ I know Rob Arnold (broker) personally.

Visit with people there and you'll get a more detailed look at things from people actively working in the areas.