Exploring opportunities out of state, such as in the South, is a great idea.

Thought I would give this a bump --I'm looking to get into the Section 8 niche and have been exploring Memphis, Tennessee!

Finding them is easy when you know which state because you can get paired with a seasoned agent and explore property management companies or use friends, family or your own services.

My current exploration pertains to new construction and land development.

Recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Recommendations for career transition include speaking to agents, exploring brokerage firms, taking classes, and using resources like books, podcasts, online communities, and mentorship.Good luck!

I’m exploring a potential investment in Salisbury, NC and would love some insight from those familiar with the area.Here’s the situation: there’s a 3 bed/2 bath home listed for $170K, but the owner said they’d take $130K if the current tenants (who are paying $1,600/month) can stay.

@Ivan WudexiRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

It’s awesome that you’re now ready to dive in and start exploring. 

Here’s a brief guide to your questions:For getting a mortgage without two years of income proof, you could explore non-QM loans, asset-based loans, or consider using a co-signer.