Obviously, some topics are more interesting and engaging than others, but it seems like 90% of engagement happens on a few posts that trend.I've had some great conversations through making connections and messaging back and forth. 

I understand I might not get that lucky but unless the house is in the worst neighborhood ever should I concentrate on the right flip for me and not worry if it's not located in my target zip code OK Christi great question.. and here is going to be your challenge.. how are you going to source this cosmetic flip.. wholesalers ( rampant in those markets) or off of MLS or are you going to direct mail or drive for dollars.. or get on a site like auction.com or go to the sheriffs sale. ( which will require cash up front then refi through DHM) I think your challenge will be finding something that only needs cosmetics at a LTV that DHM will actually fund 100%  is suspect they use their own appraisals or valuations and if I was them I would be uber conservative.. out of area lenders are usually very conservative on values. 

I like your challenge to get the reno done for under $20k.

Yes, you can engage in construction projects in the US where a corporate entity is on the note, not the landowner.

That could be a great way to stay engaged with local investors and opportunities. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsYou can also search for other investors in your area and follow their journey on Bigger Pockets here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersBest of luck to you and look forward to following your journey!

Gibson unless you are very game for a challenge then for your first deal I wouldnt take on the risk and the headache of new construction or such a large rehab.

Buying an investment with existing tenants may sound nice on the surface but it can come with a lot of problems.Buying a vacant property and finding your own tenants has additional challenges because you don't know what you're doing.I recommend passing on both deals.

That could be a great way to find and stay engaged with local investors and opportunities. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsYou can also search for other investors in that area and follow their journey on Bigger Pockets here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersAlso, be sure to get plugged into the podcast - it's been a wealth of education and a huge confidence builder as me and my husband have pursued REI and built our portfolio.

That could be a great way to find and stay engaged with local investors and opportunities. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsYou can also search for other investors in that area and follow their journey on Bigger Pockets here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersFinally, if you haven't already plugged into the Bigger Pockets podcast, I can't recommend it highly enough - it's been a wealth of education and a huge confidence builder as me and my husband have pursued REI and built our portfolio.Best of luck to you and look forward to following your journey!

You can sell your tax deed for significantly less than full retail price to other investors, who are willing to wait out the possession holding periods, engage in preservation improvements that make redemption very difficult, and pay for the quiet title suit.