My journey to BP actually began last October, when I was trying to find information and resources about REI but I didn't sign-up or anything because I was busy working on my professional massage therapy license and starting a new job in admin.

Looking to do my first BRRR very soon...oh, and I'm also a Professional Engineer and posted in the commercial real estate forum about Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments...so I could help out in that arena if anyone needs it....thanks!

I always had a good cushion, positive cash flow however small plus my wife and I were both professionals with good paying jobs.

I find note investors to be busy professionals or more retired folks who want zero to do with a tenant or pm 

Local meetups can help you meet some licensed professionals in your area such as, plumbers, electricians etc.7.

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(college/jobs/hospital/military base/growing area)Is the property within 10 minutes of important centers?

If you just say can I wholesale a lot of real estate professionals do not understand what you are really saying and will shut your question down by saying NO as a first reaction with out thinking. 

Since you have family in the area, I would recommend you plan a trip here and schedule some time with local professionals to put together your local team.

I know the area, it is a hot spot for grad students and young professionals (as myself), with a few large developments coming to area as well.