I am considering going outside DFW for my next investment, but not too far (at most a 2-3 hr one-way drive from Dallas).

It is the state capital with lots of economic development driving job growth and demand for housing with a lower cost of living to keep maintenance costs down.To Your Success!

The radio example you shared really drives home the point: what works in one market might flop in another, but the key is not being afraid to pivot and learn from it.I also really liked your point about keeping the reps up.

Thanks for advice especially driving by night!

@Jewell ArceneauxHow to drive ARV (my opinion)Improvements that drive the ARV the most: Roof, New Kitchen & Bathrooms, Flooring, PaintImprovements that DON’T drive the ARV as much: Windows, Landscaping, Driveway, Rough Plumbing & Electrical

Every step of the way it is complicated, counter intuitive, and time consuming. 

(Imagine if they had countered your offer at $500 higher, would you have accepted it?

Im open to conventional financing or seller financing.To find properties, you can network with local agents and brokers, join local real estate investment groups, use online platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin, send direct mail campaigns, drive for dollars, network with property managers, and explore seller financing.Good luck!

My work is located in Louisville, Kentucky but I don't mind driving 20-30 or a little more.

I see a few abandoned nursing home type places in rural areas, and always think as I drive by, would a good repurpose of them being senior living, or veteran living, or just plain affordable housing living?