Just wanted to introduce myself.My name is Ariel, I am 32 years old (this Thursday), and I am making my first steps as a real estate investor.As I live abroad, most if not all of my work would be remote, and right now I am focusing on Jacksonville, FL.My main goal for this year is to fix and flip  at least 2 SF's properties, and for the next few years to increase this number, maybe do some MF, and possibly to also BRRR when I raise enough of my own capital.At the moment, my biggest challenge is the fact that I am remote, so I could use some help from a local realtor or management company.It's so amazing to know this community  exists, and I am thrilled to actually take part in it

Lastly, your going to want to get with local governance, a lot more then normal.

However, if the owner lives in Cuyahoga County or a contiguous county, the owner may be listed as the local agent in charge.

Quote from @Michael Challenger: I would connect with local people at meetups, that might give you some contacts for private money.

@Nick D.We are local to the area, I'm from Springfield MA.

We are out of state and have local property managers.

Focus on identifying promising neighborhoods in the north or east bay by leveraging your husband’s contractor network, local real estate agents, and online deal-finding platforms.

There are cases of local governments delaying payment due to budget constraints.

I’m looking to connect with local investors to exchange insights, experiences, and potential opportunities.Thank you, and I look forward to building meaningful connections! 

And you are local!