Partnering with Mark Raby provided valuable local insights, enhancing the deal's appeal for Partner Driven.

Tools like Zillow, Realtor.com, and local real estate websites can provide valuable insights.Choosing a market involves balancing risk and potential return.

The whole process will take 2 hours start to finish and I am not even interested in billing them for the time, time is more valuable to me than money, and I just dont want us to have to take the time. 

I am not new in RE (Own 2 (condo+townhome) +primary home) and all units are in San Diego and know want to buy something near beach and been in Imperial Beach lot of times love the place :)Any guidance how should i approach?

Remind the current tenant that you will be with the people, but to be safe, put valuables away (eg inside a dresser drawer).

Here are some markets to consider, along with some general advice on how to connect with people in these areas:Promising Markets in TennesseeChattanoogaKnoxvilleMemphisClarksvilleJohnson CityKingsportClevelandCookevilleJacksonFranklinConnecting with Local Investors and ProfessionalsJoin Local Real Estate Investment Groups: Look for local REI meetups or groups on platforms like Meetup.com and BiggerPockets.Attend Real Estate Conferences and Seminars: Events like the Tennessee Apartment Association's annual conference or local real estate expos can be valuable for networking.Contact Local Real Estate Agents and Brokers: Reach out to agents and brokers who specialize in multifamily properties in your target markets.

You have no idea how valuable your experience is for many of us that are thinking about starting in this space.

@Angie YangRe-reading the IRS guidance, the agent duties could fall in as part of "real estate trades or business." 

I speak from experience as a landlord trying to adjust the section 8 provided rental rates EVEN AFTER HUD issued new guidance on my zipcodes. 

I'm closing on my first investment property this week! Since this is all new to me, I'm looking for some advice and I had some questions about self-managing the property. 1. Would you recommend periodic check-ins at t...