@Kyle WineyI’d strongly suggest if you are a newbie AND long distance, do not try to buy at a judicial sale.Learn the process for tax delinquent properties.

Monetary to fix your windows/siding. 

Take natural disasters into account (more hesitant to invest in areas were theres lots of hurricanes, tornados, fires, etc.)CURRENTLY, i've weeded it down to about 20 states Im curious to know how others conduct their research to build strong bias for a specific market.

Originally posted by @Soheil Naimi:Majority of the data I see and hear about is indicating 2022 to be positive for real estate.I think most of 2022 will be strong, but beyond that, it just can't continue.

Nine out of ten times, my offers are too low, and nine out of ten times I overpay when I do win, but I know what I want and I'm ready for the work it takes.Know what you want and you'll find it's not so hard to get.

I have a strong desire to help other people not live an ordinary life.

But I would strongly suggest you stay away from Gary "proper" for any kind of rentals.

The gray shaded areas are economic recessions.We have seen unprecedented monetary policy at The Fed...like...the government has NEVER printed this much money, or even close to it. 

I am also going to advise strongly against "waiting for the market to cool down."

@Christopher MurphyNo contingencies is already a pretty strong offer.