. - Then the next filter is physical property attributes with regard to its placement in the market, entrances, and exits, visibility etc

Other reasons could be related to title or physical defects (i.e. foundation issues).

Call me old fashioned, but real estate is an income producing physical asset.

I don't care what the currency is because I own physical assets with intrinsic value.

Networking through local meetups or REIAs can connect you with experienced investors and potential mentors.With your REITs as a passive foundation, physical properties could give you more leverage and control.

Jump ahead a year and we closed on on 8/17/2018 on our first physical investment, an A/B class duplex in Rockwall, TX for a house hack.

You always invest for appreciation not solely, you always invest understanding it's a physical asset and requires different risk measures.

I would place MUCH more emphasis on connecting with the right team than on actually visiting and getting comfortable the physical location of the market. 

Good pictures, and good video walk through's are also a good thing to have so you can forward it to them and make sure they review prior to letting them do a physical tour.

Today, many local newspapers are available for free or for a small fee online, so you don’t have to purchase the physical newspaper.4.