But a lot of the time the surrounding houses have been sold quite some time ago, and they are incomparable when trying to use appraisal rules. 

@Richard A Rodgers I am licensed Realtor that works in Tyler and the surrounding areas!

I am more of an investor than an agent, I also wholesale in AL & FL.If you are looking for deals in Dothan, surrounding areas or even the greater Alabama let's connect!

Many of the surrounding areas are in uptrend also.

I fully recognize that's true because of the people I surround myself with.

The most education you will receive is when you do your first deal...surround yourself with investors and agents that are investors themselves to help guide you and prevent you from making any major mistakes and you will be fine....there will always be several things that you learn from on your first deal!

I meant outside as in surrounding Columbus.

We still see deals in Forest Park, Elmwood Park, and other surrounding burbs from time to time. 

It's difficult to find people focused on Salt Lake and surrounding areas here on BP.

Surround yourself with like-minded people, build relationships, and you will accelerate your learning and growth!