With rehabs you want to know enough about how houses work to manage the tradespeople.

You must learn to manage the property well.

@Tony SchmuckerFrom my experience of working with over 400 investors, your strategy to relocate, house hack, and transition properties to management is a strong, methodical approach.

I've found that if you're going to do section 8, a lot of your trust is in the property manager to make or break the deal.

If you are unsure, to start, hire a property manager and don't let the tenants know you are the owner. 

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This seems strange since PPMG (my property management company) is vetting these renters.

Madison Management out of reno is who we use who ironically used to be in Morristown NJ

Here’s why Oklahoma might be a great market for you:Affordability: Properties in OKC and Tulsa are often under $200K and offer strong rent-to-price ratios.Landlord-Friendly: Simple tenant laws make managing rentals easier.Growing Economy: Job growth in energy, tech, and aerospace fuels rental demand.How to Evaluate Deals:Run the Numbers: Ensure positive cash flow, check cap rates (6–10%), and use tools like the BiggerPockets calculators.Find Deals: Network with local wholesalers or agents, and look for value-add opportunities in stable neighborhoods like Edmond (OKC) or Broken Arrow (Tulsa).Let me know if you’d like tips on analyzing properties or finding deals!

My wife and I come from a manufacturing leadership and project management background.