@Darius Kellar Not everything can be done virtually and done well.You should consider attending REIAofOakland.com and MREI.com events to expand your knowledge and network. 

As @Scott Scoville mentioned before, we host a monthly meetup event with local professionals and investors, and you are more than welcome to join :)What exactly are you looking for here on BP?

You may raise your chances of discovering lucrative possibilities in Salt Lake City by making the most of your prior expertise, networking with local experts, and being aggressive in your deal-finding efforts.

It is non profit and no selling, just local investors networking and helping.

Great to see other young aspiring real estate professionals.

I've Invested in my Knowledge from over 6 BiggerPockets books, about ready to attend locally and network, and learn as much as I can from the Home Improvement hands on side, and the investor side.

@Gavin Wynnexpand your search radiusgo to REIA meetingsgo to REIA meetings that are 2 hours away if they are goodjoin FB and meetup groupsmeet and network with other investors and agents who work with investors

To make an educated choice, you should carefully weigh the benefits and drawbacks of each option and think about consulting a financial counsellor or real estate expert.As for house hacking in the Dallas/Fort Worth market, consider networking with local investors, attending real estate meetups, and researching neighborhoods to find potential opportunities.

Your network is the most important piece for any potential returns when you invest out of state.  

However, items like plumbing and electric would very likely require permits and should be done by a professional