We're now looking for another investment property...the market has shifted, interest rates are higher now, and there are many investors in our local market that have long ago snapped up the easy ones.Now, I'm continually listening to BP and other podcasts with the idea of figuring out how to create a good deal, instead of "finding" a good deal.Also, whether you're a real estate agent or an investor, remember that the market will change...the interest rates, rent rates, and who knows what else will change. 

One strategy that worked for them was to look for a partner or investor who could help fund the initial purchase.

Hey Investors, I am interested in pursuing a career in investment real estate and I am looking to provide investors in eastern MA with value: market your properties, landscaping anything that I can do to help.

Any advice from active RE investors would be appreciated.

Are there any neighborhoods which folks would recommend for a passive, newbie, out-of-state investor, to invest in ? 

I work with out of state investors from CA in the Reno Tahoe, NV area.

As an investor, I understand there are remodeling budgets that must be met for remodeling, and labor costs can be high.

I write this as a career RE investor for 2 reasons: 1) Inexperienced investors might find a tidbit or two, and 2) that experienced investors might point me toward what is next for me.I bought my first rental property when I was 18.

Anyone familiar with the neighborhood who can give an out of state investor an honest answer?

The vast majority of investors do not grow massive portfolios, so keeping it at a handful of roofs is pretty typical and just fine.