The area has a reputation for being "sketchy". 

They are a big group and people I spoke with did say they have a great reputation, but the northeast mentality of wanting things done yesterday does not work in every market.

I live in NoVa and hoping to expand to this area but ineed to be more educated and aggressive. 

I'd recommend first reaching out to a Realtor in the area that can advise on the value of different projects, and they can also help you connect with a lender who can give you HELOC and other potential options!

Check with your Secretary of State to see how it is handled in your area to understand best steps forward.

At this moment i am at Ramstein Air Base and im fairly familiar with the area around me and i believe there is great investing opportunities here.

I am eager to build long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with wholesalers who can provide quality properties that meet our criteria.If you are a wholesaler in the Cleveland area or its suburbs, or if you have any recommendations, I would love to hear from you.Please feel free to reach out to me via private message or respond to this thread with your contact information and a brief overview of your offerings.Thank you for your time, and I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with some of the fantastic wholesalers in our community.Best regards,Tom. 

The lender I talked to requires a job closer to the PA area.

You can check out the application I built that helps investors, specifically real estate investors find homes in their area.

CPA is in the Bay Area.