Just wanted to introduce myself.My name is Ariel, I am 32 years old (this Thursday), and I am making my first steps as a real estate investor.As I live abroad, most if not all of my work would be remote, and right now I am focusing on Jacksonville, FL.My main goal for this year is to fix and flip  at least 2 SF's properties, and for the next few years to increase this number, maybe do some MF, and possibly to also BRRR when I raise enough of my own capital.At the moment, my biggest challenge is the fact that I am remote, so I could use some help from a local realtor or management company.It's so amazing to know this community  exists, and I am thrilled to actually take part in it

What would you say the biggest issue has been?

So far the biggest challenges for out of state investments has been finding reliable contractors or help to complete projects on time and under budget.

For those who have invested in both, what were your biggest lessons learned?

The biggest detail is look for a nationwide bank that is full delegated with little to No overlays.

 @Sofia Komrskova The biggest selling point for me is access to the existing network of IMTR relocation specialists which would take years to build up on my own and I have had zero luck on BP getting any feedback specifically for relocation specialists. 

We placed our biggest bet on a single property, class B shares.

It means your house might be your biggest financial asset — and it could open up some exciting opportunities for your future.

What was your top 3 biggest lessons learned?

This is one of the biggest things that people dont think about when they decide to skip hiring a GC.Become a familiar face with your local planning and zoning board/committee.