Going to start by checking into local REÍ meetups and talking to some friends and family that are doing what I’d like to.

Hey All, I have a friend who needs help with rehabbing a property in Curtis Park Historic District in Denver.

I definitely would recommend each of them - very resourceful and of course, investor-friendly.

Hey Christine, I might be biased, but you could look into Cleveland, Oh.Here are a few things to consider against investing there:- Slower appreciation compared to some other markets- Harsh winters, which can lead to higher maintenance costs- Many discounted single and duplex might need repairs or updates, especially if the previous owners haven’t kept up with maintenance over the years- Some local regulations to be aware of (nothing crazy, but worth noting when trying to close deals).But there are also some solid reasons to invest in Cleveland:- Affordable properties in the $100K-$300K range- Strong long term rental market due to a high rent to price ratio- Landlord friendly laws overall- Potential for great cash flow- Opportunities for Section 8 tenants- stable market once you have the right team in placeEvery market has pros and cons so it comes down to your budget, risk tolerance, and finding a reliable crew you can trust.

Hey @Matt Agnew I would get a friend or someone who knows you to lend THEIR IRA money to YOUR IRA.

You might want to partner up with a friend or family member to mitigate the costs.

Maybe knock on a few neighbors doors and ask some questions.I've found in Texas most people are pretty nice and friendly...the tax assessor people, the appraisal district people, the sheriff's office, maybe the county commissioners, etc. 

There's actually a huge oversupply of properties in Tulum and none of my friends who own property there make anything close to that!

Make friends and ask people to sit in on their deals.

The challenge was balancing the relationship between landlord/tenant and a personal/friendly relationship.