Eugene would be a college oriented market to explore…Would be happy to introduce you to the PNW market. 

This strategy can be financially advantageous, especially with FHA financing.Remote Ownership Opportunities: Explore opportunities for remote ownership if you're open to investing outside of your local area.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

@Jim JohnsonExpanding into multi-family long-term rentals and exploring the BRRRR strategy is a great idea.

Joined the community in the hopes of networking with like minded folks.A wee bit burnt out from the corporate 9-5 hustle so exploring Real Estate as a means of building wealth and some freedom for me and the family.Hope to connect with some of you soon

Hey @Deborah Wodell, that is a nuanced question because a lot of comes down to why you are exploring those options. 

If the numbers don't add up, then that's the time to explore other markets.

@Sharad BoniRecommend 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.

I would explore financing options that would cover the rehab costs.

Have you explored the Kansas City market?