I plan to manage the properties myself until it conflicts with my regular job.I would appreciate any advice on these markets to ensure success and connect with local investors.    

I'm a real estate investor specializing in STR properties, a realtor, and I own a construction company.

I've been using the BRRRR method more recently with some success.

. - Most Fortune 5000 (and others) companies do this.

How have you found success finding deals in today's market?

I’m fascinated by the potential of real estate as a way to build wealth and gain practical skills, but I’m just starting out and looking for guidance.If you’re experienced in the field, I’d love any advice you’re willing to share about getting started, especially if you’ve found success as a beginner.

that may work for others, but i don't have enough capital to do that, and the returns are in the tougher strategies (like STR - i didn't look at your other posts, but if you are successful in STR, that's great.) 

Four properties were existing STR's that had a permit 'transfer' and the other half were eligible properties that successfully launched with astounding success.

The macroeconomics are on fire here - population growth, job growth, and companies moving and developing here.

Look into a DSCR, Debt Service Coverage Ratio, loan where the rental income can be used to qualify the cash out refinance instead of your personal income.To Your Success!