Network for the right connections and find your best way to add value.

Continue to network with people in real estate, go to real estate meetups, connect with investors in the forums. 

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking. 

Running numbers, networking, and talking to local investors will boost your confidence when it’s time to pull the trigger.

The history of New Haven and Hartford lead me to believe that these major cities could make a comeback in the next 10-20 years.

Turnkey properties are already renovated and tenant-ready, meaning you can focus on the investment side rather than dealing with major repairs. 

You will get killed on the C and D properties which are usually the majority of most properties handled by a metro PM company. 

Right now, the majority of lenders are hitting DSCR loans hard, which is a strong indicator that the BRRRR method is still going strong, even in a higher-rate environment.We always say, “Date the rate, marry the property,” meaning interest rates will fluctuate, but the right deal will always make sense long-term.

The big pros are the strong job market (lots of major employers), good population growth, and still-reasonable entry prices.

They offer networking opportunities, education, and local insights for landlords.4.