Speak with a local Realtor who knows the market, but also is knowledgeable about creative financing options.Good Investing...

We likely need to look for local lender that is keeping loan in house.  

Hope to see you around in local real estate events. 

Hey John, welcome to Sac BP -- I'm a local broker and property manager, we manage 100+ Airbnb listings and generally recommend investing in Multifamily as opposed to Single-Family.

That said, complying with local ordinances and ensuring the lot isn’t in a restricted area will be key.

I spoke to the local fire chief.

Laundromats are open to the public, and if the local neighborhood has a high crime rate and transient population, those can be potentially expensive problems that can affect your business.

I totally agree, big investors can go nationwide, but knowing the ins and outs of your local market makes all the difference.

I would call your local property appraiser office and ask about the criteria for appealing, because you may have to wait until next year when you receive the TRIM notice.

Starting locally with multifamily and house flipping is a solid plan.