It is far more likely that a first-time homebuyer is going to buy as their primary residence.

hi, I am looking to buy in both Lexington and Louisville - 20 -50 units up to $2.5M.

I thought my property would increase in value more than that; especially if an investor were to buy it. 

As far as buying your first place in Hawaii, while it can be done I think I would start mainland.

Hey everyone, I am learning to get into RE investment field, my plan is taking out equity of first primary house to buy another one for rent (single or multi family).

I wouldn't say it was necessary, but it did give me a sense of what I was buying.

But then they also banned foreigners from buying in the major cities.

Why would someone give you any money and more so, why would you take someone you know's money when you have no experience, no game plan, and a misplaced idea to buy distressed which is the hardest thing to buy and salvage for new investors?

Once you have this team in place, you should be able to invest in any market confidently.I buy in Columbus, Ohio but I have clients that buy all over Ohio

Since you are both finishing programs, I would schedule the next year to be all learning, not trying to buy.