The only way to do it well is to learn how to do it near you first so you understand who the players are.

@Greggory KowalkowskiAirDNA is the big player in that space.

How would you compete against them?

The number of IPOs has dropped by half over the last 20 years; industries such as airlines, banking and social media are dominated by just a few major players.

I've found it difficult to connect with real estate players when everything is closed and locked down.

So, all I need is a competent and dedicated person to handle the day-to-day management, right?  

Then get a competent contractor to give you a quote on repairs needed to make it livable.

After my last guy offered to write me up a wholesale contract, then told me he doesn't have time for me (lol).. I'm looking for a new attorney. Anyone work with someone they've done a few deals with and trust?

I know the main players are Appfolio and Buildium.

You want to keep your eyes peeled for new apartment buildings being built, new coffee shops, and other signs that big players are investing in the area.You also want to find a property that you can improve to build equity.