I've already taken a trip down to TN to start scouting for larger multifamily complex's, but I'm also considering starting with townhouses to start learning about managing an asset from afar. 

Use it to the fullest to help guide you to success.Good luck!

If not I’d love to help you and guide you in your purchase. 

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Maybe find a mentor who can guide you.

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Start by reading the Ultimate Real Estate Investing Guide: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides/ultimate-real-estate-investing-guide/introduction 2.

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I was hoping to make a trip soon to look a couple of duplexes and was hoping to hear from investors in the area.

Use those as a guide to figure out what your houses end value should be.