Consider using a local lender as they tend to be more familiar with the specific market you're investing in.

Someone local, who knows the area and how properties move is the best bet for the most accurate answer for you. 

Come June 26, 2024, I'll be making a move to your vibrant city, and I'm already thrilled to join the local real estate scene.With 10 months ahead of the move, I'm eager to connect with like-minded individuals, understand the neighborhoods, and explore potential investment opportunities.

I'm not sure if you're local to Ohio, but I used to have a portfolio of SFRs and one duplex in Ohio.

Please get to your local meetings and learn.

In terms of opening a bank account, most of them will ask for a local address but a lot of the online banks may not verify it. 

@Richard BrownIt will be best to find a local CPA or an expert in AK tax law. 

Finally ready to take the plunge and actually start investing in real estate rather than just talk about it, so I upgraded to Pro.I'm focusing on BRRRR single family homes to start and as I do not own my own home, I am looking to house hack for my first deal.Still early in the education process and putting together my team, but excited to progress forward and hopefully connect with local investors.

Build relationships with local real estate agents, investors, and property managers. 

As a lender has your company ever allowed someone to wrap your note to a Buyer?