Have invested in six properties in three different out of state market areas without needing to fly out on short notice to resolve nightmare issues, so I think if you build a team and proceed with reasonable caution that out of state can be as successful as staying local.

Lastly, you can make an offer based on your repairs, have an inspection contingency, and physically fly out to look at the property with an inspector to make sure everything checks out.

@Josh Fli hey Josh - I would recommend buying in a location that is convenient to you and that you are familiar with.

When you travel Fly first class and business class and strike up conversations.

I have limited budget and flying back and forth is very expensive.

Looking to get info on the following topics for anyone who has accomplished this:Commercial loansProperty management What team members to assemble What protection measures have you taken (LLC)How often you fly out to check on your property

I tell people to look at it like this: you're flying a jet [your business], and you have an ejector seat [limited liability] and R2D2 sitting in the back to fix your problems [insurance].

I don't have any investing advice for your situation but I do enjoy the Juneau/Douglas area and back in the mid 1980's used to fly in there nearly every day.

I want to buy a duplex here in Lehigh Acres, FL. I

Are you planning on flying out to see these properties in person?