Actually I think if you dress well your race may be an advantage because it is more difficult to age someone of your race (as you put it.)  

I don't want to be an agent but I do feel like I can use the extra knowledge.

Hello there, fancy a coffee soon.

If you have some free time and would like to meet up for some coffee or a beer, you can get ahold of me on here and we can plan something out.

And, even though the price point for entry is comparatively low, it requires you to be an expert at deal analysis, rehab estimation, marketing, negotiation, creative strategies, and multiple exit strategies.  

Let me know if you want to have lunch or coffee some time and talk about RE.

And, your downpayment if using a FHA loan would be 3.5% - I believe the terminology used for this strategy that I've read on BP is called "House Hacking" - Try to search and read some articles on BP about House Hacking as that may be an option you can utilize in your market.

I've already found this site to be an invaluable resource!

So, what I'm asking is that if there are any experienced investors in the Eagle River/Anchorage area , especially ones with experience in small multi-family rental units, who would like to get some coffee on my dollar, I'd love to pick your brain for a bit.

Hopefully we can connect over a coffee sometime!