My approach is when there is that much unreliable information, I either call it a day and walk since I have no idea what comes next or I negotiate to a super deal so that whatever I haven't been told can be taken care of.  

Starting with multi-family rentals and house flipping is a smart approach, and taking the time to learn is a wise move to avoid costly pitfalls.

I have a good friend who has some great data on all the different neighborhoods - I am happy to share that with you.Also, if you don't have a lender already, I have some rockstars that I know like and trust.What sport do you play?

We are everyday approaching a European model where people own less and less of both land and buildings. 

However, it requires a long-term approach and more responsibilities than stocks, making it a more diversified portfolio.Good luck!

OP look at your buy box, REI strategy and approach. 

That may not be the best strategy given the cost of getting an MTR set up, so here is another approach.

Lucky for you, your own backyard is an excellent (and often overlooked) place to begin investing, thanks in part to Tuscaloosa’s proximity to Birmingham, UA’s steady enrollment growth, and the market’s favorable rent-to-price ratio.As for your comment about BRRRR, you’re right that it’s definitely one of the more time- and labor-intensive approaches.

I’m curious, when you’re entering a new market, what’s your approach to starting those in-person connections?

Two, (not mutually exclusive) approach’s.