Network with wholesalers, check public records, and use platforms like PropStream or DealMachine to find distressed properties.Be Cautious: Pay attention to permits, inspections, and local market trends—over-improving for the area could hurt your profits.Starting with a solid plan and realistic numbers will set you up for success.

FF is a great tool, but you can also look up local corporate leasing companies, as well as, insurance companies/agents to work with for individuals who are going through home insurance claims.  

In addition to making connections here you should try to attend some local in person meetups.

Is it best to obtain a loan from a local lender or a lender in my own state, where I will NOT be investing? 

They should have local options with teams they approve of. 

So to measure the risk, if you're in R-7 & R-8 it is entirely up to the local councilmember who covers the area as to whether or not they would be willing to introduce the legislation.  

Hello Navnidhi, I have managed it myself with the help of some local people experienced in these types of projects. 

Quote from @Kaushik Sarkar: Hi,IQuest has had a local office near Beltline/Tollway I'm thinking that is addison.

I talk to person after person in local RIEAs.

Anyone on here chime in on their local bad economy?