Having a real estate license, I would credit the commission payed out I would receive for being my own agent towards closing costs for the new property.

Where I’m Focusing: Ohio (Dayton and Cincinnati) — I already have trusted partners for renovation and construction.Investment Strategies: I’m interested in fix-and-flip and BRRRR.Open to Networking: Real estate agents, investors, contractors, and anyone passionate about real estate.My Goal: To learn from experienced investors, share ideas, and build a scalable real estate business.Looking forward to connecting and learning from this great community! 

Or real estate agents.

Brokers look out for their clients, insurance agents look out for their job.

I’ll also connect with locals through BiggerPockets or Facebook groups for first-hand insights.If visiting isn’t an option, lean on a reliable local team (agents, property managers) to help vet the area.

Sure if youre looking in Brewerytown because a local agent or article online told you its up and coming, then yeah, that market is risky.

For any value add project, the primary evaluation is based on the numbers.Provided you have trustworthy teammates for the renovation side and a competent agent on the valuation side, you'll perform no matter the location.It seems your weighing factors that relate more towards long-term investing and where your asset will appreciate the most.In respect to emerging markets, you'll want to use characteristics like population growth, employment growth, safety trends and path of progress.

I’ve built strong relationships with local agents and other investors in the Hamptons, which helped me discover this off-market property.

When investing in high cash-flow markets, I always recommend working with an investor friendly agent so you're able to gain the right insight on the different areas and the risks involved.

From investor friendly agents, lenders, escrow companies, anyone for a new wholesaler and soon investor.