Ensure the property’s price aligns with market trends, and work with a local realtor to help with due diligence and negotiation.Good luck!

You might want to look up the pool requirements for Phoenix and Scottsdale AZ if you want to be the safest you can be, despite the lax laws in other localities. 

My suggestions:* Requiring code compliance and safety equipment is absolutely valid and should be part of the regulations* Requiring owners live within 15 miles is not necessary since poor hosts whether they're local or distant will violate the 3-5 warning system and earn a suspension.

I am new to real estate investing and looking to connect with any local investor.Thank you!

Attend your local REI meet-ups and try to find someone who is currently house-hacking or has house-hacked in the past to learn from their experience.

You should be able to find local builders that will finance the construction component of your new build, however! 

I live in Portland  Maine , I am new to real estate investing and looking to connect with any local investor.. thank you.

You'll gain valuable insights into evaluating deals, financing, and managing properties.Local NetworkingPlug into local investor meetups in your area, the Pensacola area should have tons of groups.

While the average price per square foot is higher at $198, the city’s economic growth, particularly with industrial projects along the I-85 corridor, positions it as a strong long-term investment.Key Takeaways for InvestorsGastonia offers affordability with strong rental potential, making it ideal for those seeking high ROI at a lower price point.Kannapolis’ RTP and economic expansion suggest long-term appreciation and increased rental demand.Both markets continue to benefit from local development and infrastructure improvements, making them solid choices for 2025 investment strategies.

In one case they used a notary at the local US consulate.