I would say that the value he brings is finding the deals, doing an initial diligence, having a local team set up for renovations/repairs/property management as well as knowledge of the neighborhood.

Have you considered specific local market conditions?

-Local banks were the best.

Hey Stefano Vrolijk,Speak with a local mortgage broker and get pre-approved for a loan. 

@Kyle FitchI'd recommended attending local RE meet ups in the Detroit area.

Networking, local meetups, door knocking, mailers, wholesalers, online forums specific to your area of interest.  

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.

so, good inventory gets snapped up by locals before OOS investors even get a look at it.

I'm local to the area you checked into on the post.

@Dan Geffen moved down there and knows the area well if you want to connect with a local investor.