A good investor friendly lender & agent will certainly help + groups like this and local REIA groups with opportunities to meet in person or on social media and network about off market opportunities too!

I spoke to the sales rep & the customer service person (small company there are only 4).

For the person who asked about a lender in the area..

It feels like it's going to take a lot of research to get started. 

If you're interested in long term rentals, you could look into a DSCR loan that is based on the income the property brings in and not your personal DTI ratio.

Feel free to shoot me a message and we'll talk through your situation.

It’s really up to you and what feels right.

Some like the country/laid back feel.

Louis , feel free to shoot me a PM and I’ll try to answer as many questions you have.

I’m starting to feel analysis paralysis and could use all of the guiding you’re will to share with me!