Those investors are better off buying deals found by others who are possibly utilizing  these marketing tools.  

That will go a long way to answering some questions.Check out - https://www.awning.com/airbnb-estimatorThat tool is similar to AirDNA for basic lookback on the area as far as occupancy and revenue goes.

BP has various tools to help you analyze your deals (rentals, flips, wholesale, etc). : https://www.biggerpockets.com/investment-calculators7.

How do you all manage multiple properties? I am finding it a bit challenging to keep track of all the URLs like HOA, Electric, Gas, Solar, Taxes, etc. in one place. 

I have personally utilized numerous creative strategies and techniques to accelerate my wealth, while still making judicious use of leverage to provide a reasonable margin of safety with each deal and a very strong margin of safety for my portfolio as a whole.  

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I’m looking for advice on how I can effectively start laying the groundwork while still being remote.Specifically, I’d love insights on:Building relationships and networking in the Raleigh market from a distanceMarketing myself and generating leads remotelyAny tech or tools that might help me stay connected to the local marketAny tips for handling deals or managing communication with clients remotelyI’m eager to hit the ground running when I move, and any advice from those who’ve been in similar situations would be greatly appreciated!

BP has various tools to help you analyze your deals (rentals, flips, wholesale, etc). : https://www.biggerpockets.com/investment-calculators7.

Cash flow is the safety net that shields your investment from the necessity of a rushed sale, while appreciation leads to wealth accumulation.

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