Can you give some insight on how to find property managers, agents or even how to inspect the properties if someone is a long distance investor? 

Focus on identifying promising neighborhoods in the north or east bay by leveraging your husband’s contractor network, local real estate agents, and online deal-finding platforms.

A new future real estate agent and real estate investor here!

Referrals from local investors on BiggerPockets can be a great resource. https://www.biggerpockets.com/business/finder/agents@Mark Ainley sounds like a great person to link up with!

I would assume the purchase contract has a clause that states title is clean and there no encroachments.

Seller (also the agent) purchased it in Jan 2023 for $730,000.

A single-family home or small multi-unit property can be a great way to dip your toes in the water.Build a Team: Even if you’re planning to handle most things yourself, having a good real estate agent, property manager (if needed), and a reliable handyman can make life so much easier.Learn the Local Laws: Pensacola is pretty investor-friendly, but it’s always good to know local zoning laws and short-term rental regulations if you’re thinking about Airbnb or VRBO.Run the Numbers: Make sure you’re clear on the property’s cash flow potential.

I worked with the listing agent on the property.

I'm a listing and buyer agent.

Someone called me today (probably his wife) and said Preston has been trying so hard to clean up his image and was upset by this post.