Originally posted by @William Craig:Hey, thanks everyone for this thread.

Quote from @William Coet: @Marcus AuerbachThanks for the post. 

Quote from @Chris Williams: I am going to be investing out of state.

@Laura Williams there are different underwriting guidelines for apartments versus a HOA, but both spaces have very few option for buildings built prior to 1980. 

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They often have insights and connections in the local real estate community.Join Online Forums and Communities: BiggerPockets has a community section where you can find and connect with investors in specific regions.Utilize Social Media: LinkedIn and Facebook groups focused on real estate investing can help you find and connect with local professionals and investors.Reach Out to Property Management Companies: These companies often have a good pulse on the local market and can connect you with investors and opportunities.Sample Contact List for Your Target MarketsHere are some resources and contacts for each of the markets mentioned:ChattanoogaChattanooga Real Estate Investors Association (CREIA)Local Brokers: KW Commercial, The Group Real Estate BrokerageKnoxvilleKnoxville Real Estate Investors Association (KREIA)Local Brokers: SVN | Wood Properties, Holrob Commercial RealtyMemphisMemphis Investors Group (MIG)Local Brokers: Memphis Realty Group, RE/MAX ExpertsClarksvilleClarksville REI MeetupsLocal Brokers: Clarksville Property Solutions, Keller Williams RealtyJohnson CityJohnson City Real Estate Investors MeetupLocal Brokers: Evans & Evans Real Estate, Century 21 LegacyKingsportTri-Cities REI Group (serving Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol)Local Brokers: Blue Ridge Properties, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServicesClevelandChattanooga-Cleveland REI MeetupsLocal Brokers: KW Cleveland, Crye-Leike RealtorsCookevilleUpper Cumberland REI MeetupsLocal Brokers: The Realty Firm, Highlands Elite Real EstateJacksonJackson REI NetworkLocal Brokers: Town & Country Inc., Conner Real EstateFranklinFranklin REI MeetupsLocal Brokers: The Ashton Real Estate Group, Synergy Realty NetworkNext StepsNetwork Actively: Attend meetups, join online forums, and reach out to brokers and agents.Conduct Market Research: Understand the specific dynamics of each market, including rental demand, vacancy rates, and local economic factors.Visit the Markets: If possible, visit these markets to get a firsthand feel of the neighborhoods and potential investment opportunities.By connecting with local investors, brokers, and agents, you'll gain valuable insights and find opportunities that align with your investment goals.

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