I recently toured a property in Phoenix where solar power and water-saving features cut operational costs by nearly 20%.6.

The one thing i don't like is how much power they have over you.  

Power washing the exterior, repairing the driveway, and painting the front door What was the outcome?

Just because a technique for acquiring or earning money is popularized by gurus and practiced unethically by the gurus students does not mean that the technique itself is a scam, unethical, immoral, or that the participants aren’t honest.   

You'll have a property manager do the management (so you being close to it is not needed).Yes there are risks for some people to go out of state but if you learn the techniques like I have, you'll see it's actually easier and far less risky.

Examples could include:Partnering with other investors to share risk.Using seller financing or lease options.Leveraging creative rehab techniques to save on costs.Negotiating with contractors in a unique way to reduce expenses.I’d love to hear any stories, tips, or approaches that helped you pull off a deal others might have instantly passed on.

The power of rent growth.  

This property has some one-of-a-kind qualities namely a nice creek with inbound and outbound waterfalls at each end of the property (its on a hill w creek canyon).I've gotten the septic scoped and certified, well is good, power needs to be reinstalled as property was abandoned years ago.

This collaboration could be a powerful learning experience and a stepping stone to success.

As a new investor, your story is a powerful reminder of how important it is for me to be meticulous in protecting my investments.