Shifting to BRRRR and multifamily properties is a great move, and staying local to Everett/Snohomish will give you an edge.

After getting your license and joining a brokerage, you should do your best to network and talk to as many people as possible - that's how you'll hear about who the movers and shakers are in your local area. 

At various times during the past 25 years he “specialized” in oil and gas drilling, franchise sales, surgical center investments, office centers, start up incubators, vitamins, mobile washing equipment, cemetery syndications, residential mortgage brokerage, commercial mortgage brokerage, insurance as an investment, long term care insurance, and property development in Mexico.  

Any advice from local or OOS investors who are currently invested?

You should reach out to local contractors that have experience with new builds.

Seller's response: He said, "Yes, I have heard of a land contract, but I’m kind of hesitant because I know some locals who land contracted their assets and ended up with a distressed property after a few years.

Hey Leola, I'm a local broker and investor here in Sac.

You should call a couple local banks to discuss the types of investments you may be looking for.Alternatively, a great strategy for someone just starting out is House Hacking.

In my opinion, you should for sure team up with the local bank!! 

Ideas to make it income-producing we have that would comply with current zoning are an event center (wedding venue, etc) and a campground (cabins and primitive).