In many states I get people 90%/100% even for beginners, CA is not one of them however has investing in that state is often pricey and lengthy timeline wise.In smaller markets between the ohio valley and the colorado rockies, there are pockets where newbies can sneak into the game for cheap and for quick. 

I would consider getting 1-2 deals on market before you purchase off-market.

I don't do any marketing. 2.

I realizing the duplex conversion strategy is more complex I probably wouldn't try it on my first property, just want to get a sense of what's possible in the Chattanooga market :) Thanks!

Be careful when you select entity types.A pass-through entity in the United States, such as an LLC, may not hold the same characteristics in Canada.What market are you looking to invest in?

The "best market" is less about the market per se and more about the deal you're able to find in my opinion.

Chicago, with its vibrant neighborhoods and strong rental market, is a prime location for this strategy.

We are Canadian in invest in the US.We work in the Detroit market where we have a great team on the ground and are finding exceptional deals.

The market is going to go up in the next 5 years.

Most land bank properties, Detroit or Wayne County, are trainwrecks and cost more to rehab than they are worth - unless the market keeps improving.Be careful on the next one, but keep improving Detroit!