I know the grass is not always greener on the other side, but any tips on finding my next market?

Any tips/pointers, etc?  

Hey @Corina Eufinger thanks for the tips!

Good tip on Payrange. 

Examples could include:Partnering with other investors to share risk.Using seller financing or lease options.Leveraging creative rehab techniques to save on costs.Negotiating with contractors in a unique way to reduce expenses.I’d love to hear any stories, tips, or approaches that helped you pull off a deal others might have instantly passed on.

I stayed at a place without a TV.

Welcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

Another tip: I think if your schedule and time allows it, go and stay at the property for a night or two.

Certainly not impossible, but the multifamily market (especially for larger properties) is pretty active and below-market purchases, while possible, don't happen as often as they might in the smaller property space.Pro tip:  If you still like the idea of purchase cap rate, use stabilized yield on cost instead. 

Losing 85% on a single REIT would’ve been devastating if you were all-in, but spreading out across 10 investments turned the overall outcome positive because of the winners.Here’s a few extra key tips to avoid big losses in passive investments:Focus on cash flow: Invest in assets that generate consistent income.