I went through the same dilemma when I started investing a few years ago.

OpportunitiesAffordability: Compared to many West Coast markets, Albuquerque properties often come at a more affordable price point, making it possible for investors to get started without a massive initial capital.Rental Demand: Due to the presence of UNM and other educational institutions, there's a consistent demand for rental properties, especially those close to campuses.Cultural Appeal: With its rich Native American and Hispanic heritage, Albuquerque offers cultural festivals, markets, and historical sites.

I would connect with other investors and go to a few free/low-cost meetups to start and learn from them the strategy and how they learned to do what they did.

PM me or post in this thread and I'll start following it.

It depends on your financial strength, the quality of the property, how many properties you own, etc.I like to start with one significant expense and three months of vacancy.

Get a stable income, job and start with going the simple route.

If you are not familiar with the eviction process I would start researching it for your area or speak with an attorney.

Starting small with one property was a smart move, especially in a new market.

For first flips better to start with a  small cosmetic rehab  until you get to know the process and the team well.

I would start there.The Rock may have something to say about that....