In some states it's a huge plus because you have MLS, tax records, etc at your finger tips.

A few tips..You can tag people by typing @ before you type their name, then clicking their name when it pops up at the bottom of the message box.

Just created my intro post, if you're interested in learning a little more about me than what is in this thread please check it out:

https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/55-new-member-introductions/topics/114...

Can I get some first-time member advice on keywords for my profile or other tips to better connect?

Basically, she is a busy professional with a family and kids who doesn't have the time to do what she wants to do in real estate.

Our goal is to offset the cost to put our kids through college and assist in paying for our retirement.I am glad to have found this group.

This is a very intelligent community that you all have built, and I'm glad to join it.All tips on multifamily investing are welcome.

(Indiana and Tennessee) Any tips on finding a deal out of state?

You have lots of out if it's not what you wanted.Just make sure you pad your numbers for all the expenses, under estimate the income, over estimate the vacancies and if it's still making sense then give them a good offer and re-negotiate after your inspections.Some of the apartment guys on here might have some good tips.

I remember those as a kid ( 39 now).