What is your current BUY formula for properties in this market?

In Cleveland you can find below market rental ready duplexes that require minor repairs (keep in mind that discounted properties come with their own challenges).

Time ManagementReal estate can consume all your time with endless tasks—client meetings, marketing, and paperwork.

If you have a lot of family in OK, that can be a great place to start assessing since you have dedicated boots on the ground, as well as a reason to visit.Don't overthink the analyzing of markets when you are still figuring things out.

Bham is a great market.

I don't know about other areas in TX, but I keep a close eye on Austin-SAN corridor, and I'm familiar with the market in Kyle, New Braunfels and NE San Antonio.

For example, you might choose to take a blanket mortgage covering all properties, BUT perhaps the market softens and later you wish to sell a property.

Just do thorough research on the local market and have a solid plan for managing the properties remotely.Good luck!

Pittsburgh has to be one of the best markets for house hacking so we are definitely blessed.

What was your process to lock in on that market?