Spend what’s needed to upgrade with reliable mechanical systems, roof that doesn’t leak, remediate all mold; interior design modernized; in other words a place that will attract a higher income no hassle tenant.  

We are going to Little Rock in March and I will definitely place my eyes on something before we buy it.

Investing close to home allows you to gain hands-on experience, learn the ropes, and be more involved in the day-to-day.

Would like to be more hands off as well.

I live here and househack as well - can provide a first hand perspective.

In this case, change the locks, clean the place up, and get it rented.

The Triangle has been repeatedly voted one of the top places in the US.

I don’t know anything first hand about the market, but I looked it up on Airdna.  

My main goals with these initial projects are:1.Gaining valuable insights into the local market.2.Getting hands-on experience with out-of-state investing, particularly when it comes to remodels and managing from afar.3.Testing the entire BRRRR process to see if it’s the right strategy for me long-term.If all goes well, I’d love to scale up and explore multi-family projects.

I ended up selling my property to wash my hands of it.