So, those become the local "Command & Control" centers.

Local property managers or agents can often provide trusted referrals, and real estate meetups are also great for connections.Wishing you the best!

However, I would encourage you to Network work local real estate clubs in the PA/NJ area to help identify your target market and ideal investment for your first property.

Find local meetups, rub elbows with other investors, find out what they need, and then find a way to meet that need.For example, maybe an investor is growing fast and struggling to keep up with inspections.

Your team can stay local.  

You should see if there are any local real estate meetups going on while you're in town.

Their company is pretty great at not responding to their communities people , not following local law yet alone their own lease agreements The uptick of lot rents I get it it’s business but also driving out affordability for people which again it’s a business so some may say that part is just the territory , but not following lease agreements , hiring poor management and then doing nothing about it when it’s escalated is a reflection on their business aswell   best of luck. 

Tyler local, so sparked my interest whenever I see anyone post about the area.Given that your duplex is fully paid off and generating a steady cash flow of $1400 per month, it's understandable that you're having second thoughts about selling it.

Only text if they’ve opted in.Don’t Overdo It: Keep it respectful don’t flood them with texts.Follow the Law: Make sure you're following the TCPA and any local rules to avoid fines.Basically, get their okay first and always make it easy for them to stop hearing from you!

Well I must have an AWESOME local agent because I have no complaints at all and have used them for years.