I think VA is a better market in terms of price growth vs MD, and a lot of my investor clients agree.In terms of local networks for mentorship/networking/guidance, there are two I know of in NoVa that I have personally been to:NOVA REI Meetups - they meet at Tysons Mall once a month.Cash Flow Breakfast Clubs - there are a few locations including Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, etc.

With Covid and the growth of virtual meetings the old line in person meetings have been greatly reduced in importance.  

I’m scouting neighborhoods with growth potential, good schools, and amenities.

With that, yeah $20 per mnth per door, it's a bit expensive but you are at a rather small size and positioning not for this size but growth, growing ain't cheap right. 

I recommend checking out Columbus if you’re after appreciation, with its rapid growth in jobs and population, and look into Cleveland and Dayton if cash flow is your focus. 

., and there is continuous population and job growth!

Cash flow mainly, and in an area that's prime for growth yet has a smaller town charm.

: 43 dealsBaychester/Pelham Gardens: 39 dealsPelham Bay: 39 dealsProperty value growth per county/borough.

.), the macroeconomics has been great resulting to population growth and job growth.

This resulted in a slight uptick in vacant stock to 5,626,000 square feet.Employment growth in Los Angeles was modest at 0.3%, slightly below the national average.