I strongly recommend against people buying real estate with zero money.

@Robert BishopTo prepare for your first real estate investment, build a strong financial foundation with a credit score of 700+ and an emergency fund.

You'll need one when you move so identify one early to tell you how strong an area is for rentals. 

You may also want to check the Columbus OH market - great macroeconomics with lots of job and population growth along with major companies developing here that drive strong rental demand. 

Given your experience with RV parks and MHPs, you already have a strong foundation for managing mixed-income streams, which will be valuable here. 

I too at first thought it odd, that they didn't have a big internet presence, though they've been around over 6 years.

While my budgets are strong, they still require manual adjustments, and I’m looking to automate this process for greater efficiency.My background in technology and AI—along with my experience running a publishing house—has taught me the value of scalable systems.

Scottsdale has been an amazing base for me - so much outdoor beauty, a thriving community, and, of course, a strong real estate market.Since you’re diving deeper into your Johnson City research, have you started looking at specific properties or just keeping an eye on trends for now?

My hope is to build a strong network of like minded investors and real estate professionals that share similar goals, values, and experiences to help achieve successful REI deals!

Since your properties have significant equity and low interest rates, you could consider refinancing just enough to maintain strong cash flow.House Hacking:Consider purchasing a duplex, triplex, or fourplex in San Diego.