Additionally, I’m a licensed realtor in Pennsylvania, which has allowed me to expand my expertise and build a solid foundation in both investment strategies and the local market.I’m eager to connect with fellow investors, share insights, and learn from this amazing community.

Looking forward to learning, sharing, and connecting with this community!

You are in a great place to learn based on the successes and failures that many have had.  

On a day-to-day basis, I work with investors who are interested in learning about REI Nation.

Learning to manage locally is trial by fire. 

@Stephanie SelbyRecommend 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.

Look at the article here: https://www.uhaul.com/Articles/About/U-Haul-Growth-Metros-An...If your interested in learning more why I invest here in the DFW area feel free to reach out directly to me.

What I've learned is that population, job growth, and proximity to large cities are surface level indicators but don't always tell the whole story. 

HIWe are Canadians and have been investing in the US for 8 years now We have learn a lot from early mistakes  and are more then willing to shar what we have discovered with anyone who wants to chat.

@Dave Foster might be able to help plan with 1031@Jackson Hanssen is also a good 1031 resource