Underwriting properties without neighborhood experience?

[Michael Egan]

Hi all,

I am wondering how you find the data you need to underwrite a property in a market you do not have experience in? That can be either you are a new investor, investing in a different neighborhood of a large city, or investing in a new city altogether. I would love any insights you can give to how you gather this data and what data, other than rent, you look for to validate your investment?

Thank you!