@Khaled SeirafiRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

To be more specific about what i'm looking to do: My 1-2 year goal is to employ the BRRRR strategy with SFHs and Condos by buying distressed / highly undervalued properties that need work (preferably all-cash) in low crime areas with strong rental demand, renovate them within budget (again preferably all-cash) and get them rent ready before refinancing them at the highest ARV possible.

@Jack PasmoreUtilize cash for keys when possible.

I would recommend starting in your backyard and hone your skills if its possible, I know some markets have an extreme HCOL which may make it unfavorable in your case.

Just saw the news , over 1000 structures destroyed and possibly 28,000 in danger . 

So, is it possible to get an outright loan for say 100,000 and use that to buy, flip and sell a house for a profit?

We are looking into the possibility of starting out OOS investing in Indianapolis.

.🔹 Maximizing Value – A distressed property isn’t just about fixing what’s broken; it’s about repositioning it for the best possible return.

Over time, we have developed systems to handle these situations as effectively as possible.

I believe that connecting with experienced investors and fellow newcomers will be invaluable as I navigate this path.I am particularly interested in short term rentals, multi-family rentals, and possibly fix and flips.