So, when investing in areas they don’t really know, investors should research the different property Class submarkets.

@Todd Anderson hey Todd, thanks for all of your advice, you've given me a lot to think about.I've been going back and forth, I need to do some research and work out the numbers.

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Research local rental demand, especially from military and university tenants, and consider balancing your portfolio with single-family and multi-family homes.

It will have to be out of state since I live in a HCOL location so I am open to anywhere in the country, but most of my research has taken me to the midwest (e.g.

Researching local job markets, schools, and even infrastructure projects can provide insight into potential appreciation and cash flow.You might want to explore markets in the Midwest or South, which often have lower entry points and better cash flow potential compared to California.

Ill have to research how to fix it (i hope its not rip all the drywall off and replace with new). 60 days seems more reasonable since its been sitting there for 40 years.

I stumbled upon this group this morning doing some research into a particular lender.

I am also willing to work for a more experienced investor or property management company in any capacity, be that market research, deal sourcing, property management assistance, rental optimization, or anything else needed.

Wish we had done more market research before renting the 1st floor apartment to friends of ours.