So, when investing in areas they don’t really know, investors should research the different property Class submarkets.

Would love to hear the community’s thoughts—especially from experienced landlords, property investors, or those who’ve explored fractional real estate investing before!

@Stacey OlsonRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

I really don't like to troll posts but for some reason I'm super salty over this pinned post.

I’ve been researching options like offering fully furnished rentals for traveling professionals or executives, especially with major employers expanding their footprints in the region.

Selling to you could begin to feel like an appealing alternative to dealing with the hassle of re-renting the home.If they’re open to selling, you can share what you’d be willing to pay based on your research and pre-approval.

(Side note:  I'm not happy that I know any of this...hard earned lessons of real estate investing). 

Quote from @Premraj Jeyaprakash: I'm exploring potential opportunities in short-term rentals (STR) in West Virginia, with a particular focus on glamping.

So, when investing in areas they don’t really know, investors should research the different property Class submarkets.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.