For your next steps, focus on identifying areas in Northeastern PA with strong rental demand and property values that align with your cash flow goals.

And the comps in the area supported a strong ARV, so it just made sense to jump on it!

As a new investor, focusing on these can give you a solid foundation to grow your portfolio.I’m primarily focused on the Indianapolis market, where we specialize in new build duplexes that offer strong returns and stable rental income.

Given your experience managing 138 doors, you already have a significant advantage in understanding tenant needs, property maintenance, and financial planning.Key tips:Focus on personal finances: Keep building excellent credit and maintaining healthy reserves.Financing: Explore loan options like conventional, or DSCR loans to maximize your purchasing power.Location: Research neighborhoods with strong Section 8 demand and landlord-friendly regulations.Due diligence: Analyze properties carefully, factoring in rehab costs, property management, and cash flow potential.Your expertise and willingness to learn put you in a strong position—best of luck!

The rent-to-price ratios here make cash flow realistic, and there’s a lot of revitalization happening that adds appreciation potential.Detroit’s population is officially growing again, and there’s strong rental demand, especially in neighborhoods seeing more development.

The demand for affordable, shared housing is strong here, so filling vacancies shouldn’t be a major concern.

They’ll help you identify properties with strong rental potential, offer access to a network of contractors and inspectors, and negotiate a deal that works for your goals.

One of the key benefits of a DSCR loan is that it allows you to qualify based on the rental income the property is expected to generate, making it ideal for those with multiple properties or who may not have a strong personal financial profile or W2.

Specifically, I’m drawn to distressed properties, such as pre-foreclosures and foreclosures, because of their potential for strong returns and lower acquisition costs which I feel is a great combination for a new investor with my budget.That said, entering the U.S. market as a Canadian comes with its own set of challenges, and I want to make sure I’m approaching this the right way.

However, I have no idea how to choose from the remaining cities, it seems there are a lot of potential options:- Midwest - Michigan (ie: Grand Rapids) seems to have options, also seeing Columbus Ohio and Indianapolis coming up- Reno - I've seen mentioned several times on here- Pittsburgh / Philadelphia / Twin Cities - All mentioned as lower cost to get started, and seem to be experiencing growthI'd ideally like to find a place that has strong potential for future growth, a diversified economy, and I don't mind living in (being close to nature would be a plus).