As mentioned there are a lot of challenges with investing out of state, in particular for folks new to real estate investing.

The challenge in our market is that there is an extremely limited supply of duplexes...which is why many people starting out jump into the room share strategy.

As we all know challenges arise that were not figured in the original scope and I ran into two main problems.1.

Lindsay, it sounds like you have a bit of a challenge on your hands. 

I have a good deal of experience with renovations, loans, use of hard money, access to MLS, knowledge of my local market, etcThat being said, I am excited to begin investing in RE but here are my challenges.. 1) I am a HUGE believer in 15 year mortgages.

Not sales anymore but it was fun dressing up everyday and challenging myself. 

Having purchased a four plex myself recently, I will say there are some challenges.  

Hello DeeperPockets community,My name is Matt, I'm a pharma consultant looking to wet my feet in the real estate investing environment.

Heck; my general feeling (having  been through the torture of the program) is that seasoned landlords should also avoid it like the flu.If you remain interested in this program try to find a landlord in your area who is familiar with your local housing authority that oversees the program; they can provide valuable information on how easy or challenging it is to work with the inspectors and caseworkers in your particular program.Good luck!

I will challenge this- our market is hot, no question.