I work with investor who find deals to cashflow day one, in markets that are growing both in population and jobs where the appreciation is obvious.By far the biggest step in REI is taking the first step and getting a REI.   

They were referrals and the business started to grow simply because I had a competent team that was responsive and looked out for the owners' best interests.

For all methods you would want to find a market that has strong employment rates, strong income rates for the market, and is a growing or an established market. 

It's growing like crazy!

I recently read in Forbes that investing near growing transit hubs can offer great appreciation potential.

I’m new to the field, but I’m eager to learn, connect, and grow with like-minded individuals who have experience or are also just starting out.I’ve always been drawn to entrepreneurship, and wholesaling real estate caught my attention as a great way to build a business while helping others find investment opportunities.

If growing the portfolio isn't the route for you, then the market is still a great hedge to diversify (S&P returns 8-10%/year on average). 

Our real estate goals are to purchase our first investment by end of 2025 (ideally small muti-family like a duplex), and scale to ~40 doors to reach our financial targets.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: My parents flipped every house I ever lived in growing up.

Start small, focus on building relationships, and take advantage of Conroe’s growing market to achieve your goals.Good luck!

From what I read in the Wall Street Journal, there's a growing demand in those areas.If you're on the lookout for a reputable financial advisor, I know someone here in Scottsdale who's helped new inverstors navigate the financial maze.