Hello Fellow DMV Investors,Here are some interesting recent stories from the D.C. real estate world.River Farm taken back off the market.Following pandemic, converting office buildings into housing may become new ‘normal’ (it's a few months old but still relevant)1,100 Units in the Works Along the Columbia Pike CorridorTakoma Park Exploring Redevelopment of Washington Adventist Hospital CampusKamala Harris Has Finally Sold Her DC Condo (it seems that I'm not alone in that struggle :-)Keep up with issues specific to the region with @Russell Brazil and Jack Seidens' DC Real Estate Podcast and the latest sales trends with @Cassidy Burns' DMV Weekly Market Update.

I am looking to get a home inspected during my due diligence period and would like a reputable company in the area who someone has previously worked with.

Find a killer off market deal, offer it to a local (but reputable) investor, and come in and JV with him.

This article will address six important tips that will help you invest wisely.1.DETERMINE IF YOU HAVE THE FINANCIAL MEANS TO INVEST IN RENTAL PROPERTIES2.CONSIDER YOUR GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION AND DESIRED LEVEL OF RISK3.RESEARCH DIFFERENT MARKETS FOR POTENTIAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES4.GET FINANCING FROM A REPUTABLE LENDER WHO SPECIALIZES IN SINGLE-FAMILY RENTALS 5.FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY THAT YOU ARE GOING TO HIRE6.

Reputation?

Currently own rentals on the eastern shore in Salisbury MD, but interested in exploring other areas in MD as well.  

Otherwise, I'd explore renting those rooms out to others.As it turns out, I'm actually from, and currently live in Glastonbury, so I'm very aware of what the market is like here.

My partner and I are exploring the concept of stealing the idea of raising capital for syndications and such and using it for our smaller scale residential investments, gaining some experience in how that works, what it looks like to raise capital, and just adding to our experience and track record.Now, while offsetting DTI is great, there comes a point in which it just makes sense to use other people's money and capabilities they have in methods such as equity money partnerships.

I am exploring getting an easement through adjacent properties for access but I am not holding out much hope for that option.

Does anyone do business around the Harrisburg area that could recommend finding a reputable Handyman or contractor?