Novices can prosper in distressed properties given a strong support network of brokers, contractors, and financial advisors.

I was also impressed by their vast network and access to off market properties.

Just like you would as a realtor, use your marketing techniques (cold calling, mailers, networking etc.) to find good off market deals for yourself.

NETWORK!!!

This is the most unique real estate investor club, education, networking and mastermind event in the US!

I also tapped into portfolio loans and private lending networks to secure more flexible financing options.I’d be happy to share more details on how I structured these financing strategies—especially ways to access funding without upfront capital or limitations on deal volume

If you are in an LLC and looking for better rates and longer amortization terms, I recommend networking with local and community banks. 

I also talk to other managers and network a lot.

Hey David, you should consider investing long distance only if you're willing to put in the legwork of market research and networking to build a strong team of property managers, contractors, and deal finders.

Networking in these groups will help you build connections and possibly uncover off-market deals.