I.e. if you are great with numbers and an excel wizard, you could likely seek out a "deal" guy, who loves networking and hunting for properties, but doesn't really understand how to translate operations into financial models.

Networking - I meet people in person and online, here for example, trying to build up my SOIMy Worst 3:1.

I’m here to network, share experiences, and hopefully find some mentors or accountability partners along the way.

Housing prices in Beloit are definitely cheaper than Janesville, and Janesville is (for obvious reasons) significantly cheaper to invest in than Madison.Can't be of help to the property management part though... we've looked and looked but haven't found a company we are comfortable with... your best bet there would be to join up with the Southern Wisconsin Landlords Association and network for a quick recommendation. 

Networking How did you finance this deal?

Networking.

I’m confused by the wide margin in prices seemingly in the same areas though it’s  possible the neighborhoods are different in such a short distance.  

Networking How did you finance this deal?

@Eric FormillerTo invest in multifamily properties, consider location selection, networking with local investors, and leveraging house hacking.

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.