Texas had some hurricanes and I have properties (Market value $300K, Roof damages $25K).

One of my first orders of business is to start learning how to do market research so...Question- what is the best way for a newcomer to learn to conduct Market Research?

My thought is more about time in the market and getting the snowball started now vs. 10 years from now. 

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.

Quote from @Luis De la Puente: In your experience, how do you see private money lenders shaping the real estate market, especially for fix and flip projects?

That's great that you are getting going investing in different markets. 

By leveraging market knowledge and strategic partnerships, we turned a modest investment into a profitable transaction.

Hi BP, I'm looking at a few off-Market deals in Cleveland OH, this will be a new market for me.

Check out Market Finder if you're interested in that! 

Buy and hold rentals will be funded through use of fix and flip capital – 1 for every 5 fix and flips completed.MARKET Our markets for the immediate future will include: Phoenix metro and surrounding areas, Maricopa city, and Casa Grande.