Completely agree that each market is unique, and success comes from actually doing the work.

However, as noted above, you must demonstrate that you are serious and can successfully close the deal. 

For all I know you could be one of the first people to invest out of country, with no experience, in class c assets, at 100% leverage and be highly successful. 

Distressed commercial properties often need significant capital and expertise to reposition successfully.

Another example of this is Newark, extremely strict laws making land lording a second job.When finding the right area to invest, towns with more lenient land lording laws and proximity to public transportation tend to be a receipt for success.  

Hey Justin,Our borrowers have successfully used all of these wholesalers, but these investors all have one thing in common in that they conduct their own due diligence. 

I’ve recommend all my clients to him in the area for the last few years and they have had great success. 

Some ways to find that person is local Real Estate Investor Facebook groups, local Real Estate Investor Associations, Realtors who list multiple properties for other investors, Bigger Pockets website's forum, and local property managers.You will also want to try to get on the buyer's list for local real estate wholesalers.To Your Success!

Meeting critical dates is the key to nailing a successful closing.

Having reasonable expectations, hiring a local professional (Realtor or PM), doing your research, and doing everything right (i.e. pro photos, professional design, good renovation, proper amenities and location, etc) are the keys to success in 2025.