It’ll be a base hit, but if I can bump the rent up just $75-$100 it starts looking like a solid double or triple to stick with baseball references…

If that is the case then I would say yeah work with an agent who has a solid reputation either here or from a friend referral.

I just don't want to start working with a realtor and waste time and end up with no real solid prospects for buying.

You don't need to know everything to get started; you need a foundation to build on, and the rest will come through experience and then refining your education.You can build a basic understanding of investing in 3-6 months.

Rents have been pretty close to what the housing authorities advertise, sometimes even a bit higher.Fort Wayne’s a solid spot with low taxes and good cash flow—definitely worth looking into.

Hey @Zach Howard,Happy to connect with you and put you in touch with some solid individuals in Augusta, GA.

Some exceptions can be made but the only real way around it would be to get a solid cosigner for the loan with a good W2.

Educate yourself on the local market, network with other investors and agents, and always have a solid plan in place before making any investments.

Welcome back @Jonathan Chan,Sounds like a solid 4 years, keep doing your thing!

It sounds like you’ve got a solid plan and a great passion for real estate investing.