I am Nathan Williams, a real estate agent (and aspiring investor) in the greater Cincinnati area.

I think there’s some real synergy here, and we could come up with a solid plan to push these rural southeast projects forward.

@Aristotle Kumpis Lots of similar posts to yours where investors are seeking advice on how to buy real estate with little or no money.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Each jurisdiction is different, but typically include a substantial deposit due same day up to full price deposited that day. 

I am new to real estate investing and got into it because of the book The House Hacking Strategy.I live in San Diego; the rent is just crazy.

Often it's not so much someone with real estate experience that seasoned investors are looking for so much as it someone who can take other tasks off our plates.

Hey Trevor, welcome to the real estate world!

It's tough to give a definitive answer without knowing your specific investment goals (cash flow, appreciation, etc.) and preferred strategies (BRRRR, wholesaling, etc.).However, since I'm a Cleveland native and active in the real estate market here, I can offer some insights on why Cleveland could be a good fit:Affordability: Compared to many other major metros, Cleveland offers a relatively low barrier to entry.

Then you can read a more in-depth book like The Book On Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner or The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing by Spencer Strauss.2.