It's always a little more challenging investing in out of state (I invested out of state for 15+ years) but you can still be successful doing it. 

Based on the numbers seems like it was a straight forward conventional loan...any challenges?

Challenges?

As someone who occasionally works with these investors, I always try to emphasize the challenges that come with real estate like managing renovations, dealing with tenants, and navigating market fluctuations.

Let’s share our experiences so we can all navigate these challenges more effectively!

Securing financing is often one of the biggest challenges new real estate investors face.

This isn't to say you can't flip properties part-time, but it will come with challenges.

What was that challenge like?

Insurance was a huge challenge, but BiBerk (a Berkshire Hathaway company) was willing to write a policy for us. 

Challenges?