This is definitely a good place to start and to network with people in the market you are looking to invest in.  

As an invetsment-friendly agent (based out of Houston, TX), I’ve seen how the right professional will help you analyze cash flow, manage comforatble contractor bids, and even drive for dollars if you want a broader look at potential comps or deals in the neighborhood.

I highly recommend you reach out to him, he is fast, professional, and does amazing work.If you would like me to make that connection, reach out to me.

@Shaylynn O'LearyI think I may have posted this in response to you in another thread a while back, but here goes again.If you pick a random "low cost" market like the ones you named, don't know anyone there, don't set up a network, buy random properties, and turn them over to people you've never met to manage, you will most likely lose money. 

These associations often provide networking opportunities, legal guidance, and best practices to enhance your rental business.

With these additions I got comps putting the deal's ARV around 347.The punctual, timely, and professional contractors I met gave me quotes between 90-135k for my full project.

Something to dive deeper with a financial/loan professional.

it was explained that they use cell towers networks and cellular techology.

👋 Excited to be part of such a great network of investors!

Things like this are why it's important to work with a professional who is well versed in real estate taxation because the "common/simple" strategies taught frequently like BRRR or house hacking actually get fairly complicated when it comes to handling it correctly.