Any tips or tools for evaluating the local market would be greatly appreciated.

Another trick from investers I’ve worked with is chatting up folks at local meetups who’ve recently navigated the same municipality.. they’re often happy to share how fast or slow things move.

Franklin Home Store and Vacasa are 2 local ones I found with a quick google search and I have no idea what they charge.If you want to consider the self-managing route, DM me and I can walk through the details.

Being a part of the local REIAs in both towns can help you understand more of what is going on.  

Find a local one.  

Their decision to expand into Ohio is not just a strategic move for the company but a significant boon for the local economy.

But they are usually a bit expensive I believe.I would also go to your local REIA and ask around there.

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I’ve found that leveraging local networking events, investor meetups, and even direct outreach through social media can help bridge that gap.One challenge I had to get creative with recently was navigating a complex title issue on a property.

Also, local meetups are a great way to meet local investors!