It’s a good idea to connect with investor-friendly lenders early to explore your best options.

If I were you I'd be very specific on which town you buy in the suburbs or if not potentially consider the northwest side of the city.

If they lock themselves out, they pay to get back in.I am in a small town where it usually takes 15 minutes to bring someone a key.

As I complete my current project, I'm already eager to take on the next one and explore creative ways to maximize property potential.

@Eugene BrownTo expand your property portfolio, leverage equity or savings, explore multi-unit and single-family properties, and consider the BRRRR Strategy.

Drive around in the parts of town that you want to invest in and see if there are any bandit signs.

If it's currently zoned for mixed-use, you want to check with the town on what can be done there before deciding what to do.

Hello @Amanda Skipper,While there's no better way to truly get a feel for a market than by being on the ground and exploring the neighborhoods firsthand, I want to assure you that investing remotely is absolutely doable—and many successful investors do just that.In fact, I know several investors who have built substantial portfolios in Memphis, and they’ve never physically visited the city, and they've done so successfully by leveraging local expertise, market data, and a solid support network.

Your drive to learn and network will be invaluable as you explore creative strategies that maximize returns and minimize upfront costs.Feel free to reach out, ask questions, and share experiences this community is a great resource for learning and connecting with like-minded investors.

Bought a property for 30 K in a town about 2 1/2 hours from here that I thought surely I could sell it for 35K or 40.