Based on this some elements of my REI strategy are going to need to be adapted!

Going to start by checking into local REÍ meetups and talking to some friends and family that are doing what I’d like to.

My guess is that it could be structed as one person handles everything locally 'boots-on-the-ground', and the other acts as the investor.Has anyone see or done deals like these?

@John Clark I think the viable path to a presence element is huge.

My experience has always been better with a local lender.With that said, I am reaching out to David Greene's The One Brokerage about a refinance.

Here are additional comments:1) Buying out of state removes any local knowledge you have from assisting in your success, including knowing areas, people and costs. - We always recommend buying your first rental locally if possible and DIY managing to learn as much as possible before investing OOS.2) Lots of crooks and incompetents in the PMC world:( They both cost you money.- As already stated, you'll have a small portfolio.

I am an aspiring serial house hacker based in southern New Hampshire actively searching for my second small multifamily deal in the Nashua area, but I've hit a wall with inventory being so tight in my local market.

Tacoma is a fantastic market with a lot of opportunity, so you’re starting in the right place.Here’s how you can connect with local experts and start building your skills:Attend local meetups and networking events.

I am leaning on local first for my next investment, but not ruling out an out-of-market opportunity. 

What was the quality like compared to local options?