I am based out of Los Angeles and I’m working on a long distance BRRRR deal in the hilltop area of Columbus, OH.

You will need to learn how to run comps, figure out what rents are in the area and build connections to PM's, GC's, etc. 

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Which is why I have been looking for vacant properties, but they are much harder to find in my area, Battle Creek.  

The BRRRR strategy is also well-suited, allowing investors to acquire, renovate, rent, and refinance properties, capitalizing on the area's affordable prices, high rental demand, and potential for forced appreciation.Fix-and-Flip vs.

Live in the area and owned a profitable unit nearby How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

I am in the Tampa Florida area and multi family homes make great first homes and future investment properties. 

.- Location and Market Trends: Choose projects in prime locations or areas with high growth potential.

or any good area for philly rental? 

I don’t know of any meetup in that part of NH, nor do I know any investors in that area.