To properly evaluate the condition and determine the cost of renovations, always have a professional inspection done before making a purchase.4.

A HELOC or home equity loan on your personal home could be a viable option to fund the rehab, but it's always a good idea to chat with a lender to explore all your options and find the best fit for your situation.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

It’s worth exploring to see if it aligns with your investment strategy and timeline.

You may want to first explore cities that you are already familiar with.Think of cities where you grew up, went to school, like to vacation to or see family.You will have a better idea of what the good / bad parts of town than a brand new city that you are unfamiliar with.Best of luck.

There are lots of local REI professionals in the area I’m happy to connect you with.

Our opinions should not make a difference, if you're doing your diligence properly.You'll just get realtors, or real estate professionals, from both locals promoting their area based off a keyword search for posts like this.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Consult with a legal professional for guidance specific to your situation.