Since this is your first property, it's better to self manage so you can learn and gain experience.

The one thing that I learned is that the best leads are the ones you generate yourself. 

It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.6.

I am hoping to learn from you all and as needed share my experiences too.

I moved from Florida to start investing in Columbus due to the same reason.https://www.zillow.com/learn/hottest-housing-markets-2024/

Lessons learned?

.- Machine learning models are helping to reduce risks.- Reverse migration to Rust Belt is occurring based on affordability issues elsewhere.- Scatter site is a defensive asset offering a lot of optionality.- Market conditions are challenging for scatter site hold unless you are underwriting a 10-year hold.- Setting up operations for SFR from scratch is very difficult.- One investor is buying at cap rates in 5s or 6s.

I would love to meet up with investors and agents in person in my area to learn more about real estate and any advice they may have.

You will hire 2-3 of the wrong contractors also and lose 10-15k in walkway money.Your first try should be to do a flip as a smaller partner with someone else, a friend, a local investor from a meetup, so you can learn the ropes, know how to manage a crew, etc.

Providing Ongoing Support:How can I create a supportive environment that fosters continuous learning and growth?