But yes totally agree with @Jeff S. comment, and also there were some really cool DIY bigger pockets meetups (like the South LA Bigger Pockets meetup which moved to Facebook groups) that are full of other investors who are just looking to connect, and not sell you anything!!

If you keep responding, you will keep digging yourself a bigger hole.

The bigger the investment, the bigger the risk, so it's smart to start a little smaller and learn as you go. 

Welcome to Bigger Pockets !

She made what could have been an even bigger nightmare into a breeze!

Welcome to Bigger Pockets Joseph! 

If you have never been to Philadelphia or lived there, trying to invest there is going to be very hard unless you are planning to go multiple times to understand the block dynamics of the areas you are interested in.

It won’t make you rich overnight, but it will give you a full understanding of the process, so you can take what you’re missing and implement it in your business.The best way to steer your business is by seeing the bigger picture.There are tons of reputable programs out there, such as the following:(I’m not affiliated with any of these—just sharing for your convenience).Sean Terry's program- Flip2FreedomWholesaling INC - Various mentorsJerry Norton - Flip Mastery And like I said, many many many others...invest in understanding the bigger picture and it can connect you to succeeding on your own terms

I think the biggest block to getting anything like this accepted is building codes. 

**Local Community Development Programs**: Cleveland might have community development block grants or local initiatives aimed at improving rental properties in specific neighborhoods, particularly if you’re providing affordable housing.7.