If you are a hard worker, can help others, and are open to learning, your best bet is to find a bigger brokerage with robust training and with teams in the marketplace.

I always like to rely on factual data, so for questions #1 and #2, I can tell if you invest in the "sunbelt states" of Arizona, Texas, Florida, you are in very robust markets - see the chart below that combines population growth/migration with rent growth... then, if you have reservations on investing long-distance, research on multifamily syndications.

Hi Jinglei,Detroit presents a great opportunity for the adventurist who wants to gain robust returns on their investment as well as make an impact in an emerging market. 

@Zachary FoustWould you be interested in getting together with other Delaware investors so that we can all chat, strategize and talk about or experiences so far?

@Greg H.Congratulations on starting a very robust and interesting post!!

You want an accountant that can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the tax consequences of the decisions you are making throughout the year.Good luck and let me know if I can be of assistance.

You can create more robust asset segregation schemes within the IRA LLC or Solo 401(k) umbrella. 

Our company is actively building this out to be more robust.

You don't have to be hands on with everything - if you are able to form the right relationships and strategic partnerships then your business has no choice but to grow.  

Your diversified approach, combining flips and multi-family rentals, is a testament to your strategic thinking.