I believe that the knowledge and experiences shared in this community will be invaluable, and I am eager to learn from all of you.I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to connect with fellow investors, especially those in the Vancouver area or anyone who started their journey in similar circumstances.

There are some that don't charge interest on the money for the rehab until you're reimbursed from the lender on it.There are other lending guidelines out there such as: -Any level of investor experience-Funding in as little as 10 days-Credit scores as low as 640-Non-owner occupied Single Family, Multi Family up to 4 units property types-Purchase Loan Amount – up to 90% of Cost (depends on area you're purchasing and if you have a higher credit score)-Rehab Loan Amount – up to 100% of Cost-75% maximum after repair value-12 to 24 month loan term with Interest Only payments.

Most of the OOS markets investors target do not have much appreciation potential, are lower end properties that will have ongoing issues and will not give the OP the opportunity to self manage his units to gain true real estate experience and understanding.

One of the ones to be considerate of is the limitations of taking losses as a W-2 earner.

He didn't have the experience I did and thought he would "surprise me" with such a great deal.

Can you create a unique experience for your gusts to get to 75% occupancy? 

I do not have much of my own capital to use to purchase a property and was recently given the advice to either utilize private money to purchase a property or do a few home flips to build my own capital.Does anybody have any advice and/or experience starting out with either of these two methods?

Here are a few ways technology is revolutionizing the real estate sector:Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR): VR and AR technologies allow potential buyers to tour properties remotely, providing a realistic sense of the space without the need for physical visits.Blockchain and Real Estate Transactions: Blockchain technology offers a secure, transparent way to conduct real estate transactions, reducing fraud and speeding up the process.Property Management Software: Modern property management solutions automate many aspects of property management, from tenant screening to rent collection, making it easier and more efficient to manage rental properties.Embracing Sustainability in Real EstateSustainability is no longer just a buzzword; it's a critical consideration for the real estate sector.

I would love to get some advice from locals or any real estate expert with experience in Maryland on the best locations (cities, neighborhoods, etc) to buy this type of property at a fair price.Thanks in advance!

From my experience it is common practice.