I've decided that finding "deals" in Arizona is unnecessary as there are other markets that one need not search high and low to find something that can produce a decent cash-on-cash return.

I’m new to the space but eager to learn from experienced professionals, expand my network, and find opportunities to collaborate. 

Or should I find a property first and hope that no one will get that property under contract right away?

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Do you find it difficult to network?

How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

Unless you have a way to source off market deals or have a crew to provide labor for below market value, you're kind of relying on hope and luck to find a deal that works.

Bigger Pockets is a great place to find a tax accountant specializing in real estate taxation.

@Jacob Riddle here's some copy & paste info you  hopefully find helpful!

While @Phillip Austin mentioned Raleigh is a higher returns its just very much a appreciation market, you will not find rentals that cashflow, so depending on your goals its a good or bad market.