This has probably been the one thing that has helped me scale my portfolio so much and so quickly within the past 6 years.So the things that I would bring to the table that a new investor wouldn’t have access to (at least at the beginning until they build their own systems and networks) would be my knowledge and streamlining of getting financing, having deal flow, using vetted and skilled subcontractors, discounted prices on materials, systems in place to find tenant buyers, and streamlined refinancing and management in placeIt is similar to turnkey, only you don’t have to put 25% down and you walk into equity and the exit is already planed and the tenant buyer gets connected with a lender upfront to help them get ready to exercise in the option within 3 years.So that is what makes this different than other models.

The big pros are the strong job market (lots of major employers), good population growth, and still-reasonable entry prices.

NETWORK!!!

As for the third target market, Sacramento is close to you, it's a state capitol, relatively inexpensive, two major universities, great local culture...

@Greg P.have you tried networking, going to meetups, or even starting your own mastermind or meetup for this?

Any major headaches that come with that?

Explore remote investing options like turnkey properties or out-of-state rentals with property managers, and use summers or gap years to network, analyze deals, and gain hands-on experience.

Which of these ideas would you try first to grow your deal flow or funding network?

Our partner Archie Raglin identified this property through a trusted local network.

maybe you and your husband can trade off making trips there to build a network in person?