Can you please share any information on properties or markets where you are that can help guide my search?

Quote from @Dito Calderon: Sharing another update after the planning board meeting on April 1st.  

I'm looking forward to meeting new people and am happy to share my experiences through my first 4 years in real estate with anybody who's looking to get started.

For example, in Kansas they have the 14/30 (basically you will rectify the situation in 14 days and if not you have 30 days to depart i.e. before you can file eviction).

The downside is that you have to share your home with a neighbor and since most of our duplexes are upper/lower configurations you will usually hear them a little - at least know when they are home.

Feel free to share any thoughts you have here as well. 

Amazing share @Torrean Edwards! 

Now, I'm stepping into the investor role myself and looking to learn, grow, and connect with like-minded individuals.I'm eager to share insights from my lending experience while also gaining knowledge from seasoned investors.

You can contribute by finding deals or managing properties in exchange for a share of the profits.Lease Options: Control properties without owning them by renting with an option to buy, and potentially sublease for profit.Owner Financing: Buy properties directly from sellers willing to finance, bypassing traditional lenders and often requiring less upfront money.REIGs: Join real estate investment groups to pool funds with others for property investments.For a more hands-off approach, investing in turnkey properties in growing markets with minimal upfront investment would be ideal (like in the Southeast and Midwest of the country).

Thank you for sharing.