You win the customers by default because you are closer. 1 to 3 mile range.You get 2 or 3 under your belt and you want to tackle the competition, then you can switch your location business model.Do 1 Storage, versus 15 SFH/MFH. 

Lets tackle risk premium.

Now, are there a ton of different ways to tackle real estate investing which is why so many people love it!

Tackling the MLS market is tough. 

How would I start tackling the market?

Optional: fire pit, horse shoe pit, archery range, shooting range, fishing pond, electronic darts, poker table, pool table, used bicycles, fishing rods and tackle, exercise equipment, kegorator, pellet gun, spices for cooking, disposable plates and utensils.I have all the above, not in every house but when you combine all the houses I have all that and more.

Consider how large a project you want to tackle and how long that will take you.

If you are looking to tackle both cash flow and equity investments, you might consider starting with turnkey to get the ball rolling while you learn the ropes and establish connections in a DIY market that will work for you.

That said, you are now way more equipped to tackle the next deal because you have found ways not to invest in real estate, especially from a long distance perspective.

With that said, what other low level issues have you been able to tackle with outsourcing?