Otherwise, selling and using the proceeds to scale your portfolio locally could accelerate your long-term goals.

They also appreciate honesty and transparency so they can make decisions fast without any surprises.Some of the top skills that you can focus on are:Comping: Knowing your comps inside out is a must.Negotiation: Being able to connect with sellers and strike a good deal is huge.Networking: Relationships with buyers, agents, and other wholesalers are invaluable.Also, Get to know your local market being able to talk the talk in your area will help a lot.

I've since created a similar program within my office and it's a profit center.

Hello My name is Aurelien Keutche fosso .I live in the greater Minnesota Rochester area I am new to real estate investing and looking to connect with any local investor .thank you 

I am new to real estate investing and looking to connect with any local investor.

Hi Kemi,I’d recommend connecting with investor-friendly agents and wholesalers, as well as joining local Facebook groups for off-market deals.

“Money goes where money is treated best.”Your future ability to attain and maintain financial freedom depends on the city where you invest.Investment TeamAn essential location selection criterion is an experienced local investment team.

Pricing in DFW probably means you wont live rent free,and will have to pay your fair share of normal rent, but you also get 3 more people contributing to your loan paydown and you get to keep the appreciation.Buy hey...maybe I'm wrong....go talk to a local bank or credit union near where you live and get a term sheet from them for financing. 

In addition to those I would also suggest making a commitment to going to local meet ups and networking events in your area.

I would also join every FB group for investors, from local to California, and post the package there as well.