As an overseas investor, I've been carefully evaluating different options and have narrowed down to a particular buy box that I'd like to share with you all for your insights and opinions.

Calculate the potential return on investment (ROI) and assess the property's financial viability.Market Analysis: Evaluate the property's location and market trends.

Aside from ditching the property manager, and evaluating your rents to be sure they are set at market rates, you can either build larger reserves (say from your day job) or pay down notes on the properties not in the portfolio loan. 

Broaden your investment tactics beyond the BRRRR approach, consider purchasing and holding properties, and evaluate your tolerance for risk and long-term investment goals.

There are many great tax planners out there and I'd suggest getting to know the actual people that will be working on your situation first and then evaluating what type of ROI you'll achieve on the investment in them

Read books, listen to podcasts and evaluate some deals. $11k for a wholesaling group seems way over the top for a beginner.

Quote from @Dave Meyer: @Russell Brazil @Chris Seveney totally agree it's a personal choice -- my goal here is to start a discussion about how your evaluating the risk/return profile of RE vs other asset classes in the current environment.

Don't hesitate to take your time and carefully evaluate each opportunity to ensure it meets your investment criteria.

It's essential to thoroughly research the local market, understand the risks, and carefully evaluate each investment opportunity before making a decision.As a Minnesota native, I can confidently say that I prefer the warmth of a sunny state over the cold and snowy climate I grew up in.

To evaluate investment opportunities, consider factors like property condition, neighborhood trends, rental demand, and potential appreciation.