If you're considering BRRRR, the FHA 203(k) loan could work for bundled purchase and renovation, but it’s often simpler to use personal funds for lighter rehab projects.You could focus on properties with strong rental potential and manageable upgrades to increase value.

You're not going to know the whole city from one visit but you may be able to identify and drive one or two strong "buy" locations for yourself.Best of luck!

That said, plenty of successful investors do it without one by working with experienced agents and focusing on building a strong network.

@Joel Lebovits Canton is still a good rental market with strong rents.

You just have to be comfortable knowing that you shouldnt expect to see strong price appreciation unless you force through the NOI. 

Network with investors, analyze properties regularly and build a strong team early.Good luck!

It can't be too strong cash flow if replacing some appliances put you into negative cash flow (I assume you meant deficit, and truly didn't mean defecate).

It sounds like you're off to a strong start with your real estate journey.

If P&Ls were manipulated or tenant histories weren’t properly vetted, that’s a serious issue and could form the basis of a strong misrepresentation claim.

I came back to Ohio and started working for a construction company, and have been there since. (2017) Currently I manage an asphalt plant for them in Columbus.I haven't done a ton of real estate investing, but have a strong understanding of construction, and project management.