If you're expecting property owners to sell their home to you at a discount, you'll need to earn their trust - whether that be by demonstrating a successful track record with purchasing/selling similar deals OR by meeting them face to face and separating yourself from the dozens of local investors and realtors.Lastly, I'd recommend searching past posts related to this topic as well as checking out books related to your target investment strategies.All the best!

To start I made sure that I found a majority of my furniture from locally sourced companies such as thrift stores, Facebook marketplace, mom-and-pop shops, and so on because I felt if I'm going to do this right I want to support the local community I am investing into. 

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

You can learn the local market without the stress of a major rehab while you start building relationships with property managers and tenants.

I can get you in touch with a great finance/insurance broker local to Houston if you want to PM me! 

I’d suggest checking out real estate networking events (local or online) like REIAs or BiggerPockets.

@Raymond Charles Gretz I’m down in Naples and happy to introduce you to a few local meetups

What I gathered from Sumrok's students is that it works best if you're local and can be in the area (sort of in a face) a lot.In terms of Rod's program, I bought the online course awhile back.

Also know where your local laundromat is and what the pickup/delivery service is.

Research comps in the Milwaukee area or connect with a local appraiser to estimate your property’s potential value.Depending on the rental income, you might explore DSCR loans for your refinance, as they rely on property performance more than personal income.