It could take many years, don't be like the "investors" I know who have been sitting on the sidelines since 2016 waiting for a market crash that never came. 

I had the listing on Avail (which I use as a rental manager, and posts to many other popular rental sites), Zillow, and Facebook Marketplace.I already have a Section 8 tenant at Property #1 (which I acquired during the purchase), so I'm not opposed to the program at all, and to be honest, they pay above market rent in my area, so that worked for me.

If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking5.

I observe the term “investor friendly” lender used regularly in these forums either by posters seeking financing or in the manner in which lenders market themselves.

Not sure what the room rental market would be in Germantown.

Not I, but I am sure people who bought in pop up markets during COVID are as those markets shrunk back after (i.e.

Always looking to connect and learn from investors throughout the market.

The only way to do that effectively is by using data.Access to resources like property analysis tools, calculators, and market data can help you make confident decisions.

If you're considering looking in other markets for for your next deal, check out Columbus OH.

I was hoping for a place there that I can market to certain activities groups (Climbing, Skiing, Hiking), while also having a place for my family to be able to use when visiting for various events.