After reading a few books/BP-browsing, I've decided to practice analysing real properties.

No public interfacing, nor operations.

I've browsed thumbtack for other services- i'll take a look for contractors now. 

I've been browsing this particular forum for quite awhile trying to find an educational foundation.  

Been browsing around for a bit on there.  

I was browsing some properties in manhattan, ny and some in the surrounding area and noticed that most of these properties have a negative cash flow.

Transportation providing easy access to  already gentrified areas (under 1 hour)decreasing crime rate which people may have been referring to indirectlygreen space/ some space for communal gatherings/building - increase in houses being flipped bringing in higher earning residentsincrease in permits being filed I also often browse city-data forum and read changing sentiments about areas you hear one side saying stay far away and the other who actually live there say its not that bad depending on how early you are in the cycle  will determine the number of signs you see but location is the first sign if its the only one you see you may be waiting a while

An internet platform where investors can register, browse available deals, browse past deals, access supporting documents, sign subscription agreements, etc.

hello folks,Newby here, been browsing this site for some time now and i have to say my initial impression is that there are a lot of helpful people here who are more than happy to dish out really solid advise.I wanted to ask those with experience in managing properties long distance (greater than 2 hr drive away from their home / business), how difficult is it to effectively manage a property without hiring a property manager.appreciate all advise

Everything mentioned above is also an excellent source of information.CCIM courses are definitely top notch when it comes to evaluating the financials of a deal and you can browse them at www.CCIM.comIREM courses and books are also great information and deal more with the management and operation of the property. www.IREM.orgKen McElroy is doing some great syndication investments, which is invaluable to learn about as you look for larger properties.