They’ll let you know if everything looks up to code or if there are issues to fix.Then, head to the local building department and apply for the permits.

Otherwise, selling and using the proceeds to scale your portfolio locally could accelerate your long-term goals.

There are also some locally I think through the AAR, I would reach out to them but if not I am happy to help!

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

You need a local/state specific lease.2.

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

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.

I recommend checking local crime statistics on SpotCrime.

Would definitely check local zoning / code enforcement laws as well.  

You must hire locals who are familiar and acclimated to the culture of the city you plan to create rentals in.