Finding deals outside of California can definitely open up new opportunities, especially given the cost of living and market dynamics in the state.When looking for properties in other states, consider focusing on areas with strong rental demand, economic growth, and population increase.

I agree very market dependent. 

What market are you in? 

Loan sizing varies by market, but in most areas your loan will be sized to 75-80% LTV; 1.20-1.25x DCR; 30-year amortization.

I have an investor friend who is a very successful wholesaler in a market, (south FL), that is crawling with wholesalers. 

I'm conducting market research.

Hey All, I'll be traveling to Costa Rica for a wedding  and wanted to explore the market while I'm visiting.

It’s been an exciting (and sometimes chaotic) journey, and I’m always looking to learn from others while sharing my own experiences along the way.Baltimore is definitely a unique market with its fair share of challenges and opportunities, and I’d love to connect with other investors—whether you’re just starting out or have been in the game for years.

Use AirDNA.co for market research.Search the immediate area, in "Traveler mode" to see what the competition is doing.All that said, I concur with the general sentiment of the above comments.You are already running tight. 

@Audrey Sommer I prefer investing in my local market (Snohomish County).