Hitting the Ground Running in KC..... Looking to Connect & Network

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Hitting the Ground Running in KC..... Looking to Connect & Network

Stephen FisherPro Member
Rental Property Investor · Costa Mesa, CA · Member since 2017 · 26 posts · 16 votes

Hi All,

Out of state investor based in Southern California. I've been building a portfolio of small multi family in Chattanooga, TN over the past several years. Recently started buying SFR in Kansas City, MO and have been hitting the ground running. Just closed on my 9th single family (7 buy and hold & 2 flips) since April. Jumped in with both feet on full renovations. Not full BRRRR, but pretty close. Looking to connect and network with other out of state investors who've had success or those who are looking to get started in the KC market.

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Angel Hagen
Investor · Belton, MO · Member since 2017 · 55 posts · 41 votes
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I’m not out of state but in KC. We acquire off-market real estate—including single-family homes, mobile homes, and small parks—using creative strategies like seller financing and subject-to. The focus is on building long-term value through the creation of notes and cash-flowing assets, not short-term flips or traditional rentals.

I structure deals that support sustainable homeownership and income generation, often without banks. I’m always open to connecting with aligned partners—“financial friends” who value creative approaches. Reach out if you want to chat more. 

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  • Angel Hagen
    Investor · Belton, MO · Member since 2017 · 55 posts · 41 votes
    1y

    I’m not out of state but in KC. We acquire off-market real estate—including single-family homes, mobile homes, and small parks—using creative strategies like seller financing and subject-to. The focus is on building long-term value through the creation of notes and cash-flowing assets, not short-term flips or traditional rentals.

    I structure deals that support sustainable homeownership and income generation, often without banks. I’m always open to connecting with aligned partners—“financial friends” who value creative approaches. Reach out if you want to chat more. 

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    • Stephen FisherPro Member
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      Rental Property Investor · Costa Mesa, CA · Member since 2017 · 26 posts · 16 votes
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      @Angel Hagen Alpreciate the reply. I'll definitely reach out after the weekend.

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  • Caleb Brown
    Real Estate Agent · Kansas City · Member since 2018 · 4k+ posts · 3k+ votes
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    Happy to chat. I help many do BRRRs, flips, etc. 

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  • Arman AhmedPro Member
    Real Estate Agent · Columbus Cleveland Dayton, OH · Member since 2024 · 2k+ posts · 957 votes
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    @Stephen Fisher

    Sounds like you’ve been moving fast with your KC deals, that’s awesome. I’ve been focusing on the Midwest myself and have seen a lot of similarities with what you’re describing—good entry prices, strong rental demand, and plenty of value-add opportunities if you’re willing to take on full rehabs. Curious, are you planning to keep scaling single-family or looking at small multifamily next?

    [email protected]614-418-6081
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    • Stephen FisherPro Member
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      Rental Property Investor · Costa Mesa, CA · Member since 2017 · 26 posts · 16 votes
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      Quote from @Arman Ahmed:

      @Stephen Fisher

      Sounds like you’ve been moving fast with your KC deals, that’s awesome. I’ve been focusing on the Midwest myself and have seen a lot of similarities with what you’re describing—good entry prices, strong rental demand, and plenty of value-add opportunities if you’re willing to take on full rehabs. Curious, are you planning to keep scaling single-family or looking at small multifamily next?


       Thanks for reaching out.  Yes, I've been super impressed so far with the KC market.  I'm planning on aggressively scaling single family for the immediate future.  Lot of deals on the table and trying to keep pushing on my system.  

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  • Kendra Gensemer
    Lender · Hinton, WV · Member since 2025 · 4 posts · 1 vote
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    Welcome to KC, Stephen — you’ve clearly hit the ground running! The out-of-state momentum here has been huge lately. If you ever want a local perspective on neighborhoods or renovation dynamics, happy to share what we’re seeing after 40+ years funding and investing in this market.

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    • Stephen FisherPro Member
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      Rental Property Investor · Costa Mesa, CA · Member since 2017 · 26 posts · 16 votes
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      Quote from @Kendra Gensemer:

      Welcome to KC, Stephen — you’ve clearly hit the ground running! The out-of-state momentum here has been huge lately. If you ever want a local perspective on neighborhoods or renovation dynamics, happy to share what we’re seeing after 40+ years funding and investing in this market.


       Kendra,

      Thank you for reaching out.  I'll reach out to you in the messenger.  Currently have 4 rehab projects going right now, but would like to push that number closer to 6-7.  Only thing holding me back is hassle free lending.  Looking forward to chatting. 

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    • Oren Kachel
      Member since 2019 · 140 posts · 24 votes
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      Quote from @Kendra Gensemer:

      Welcome to KC, Stephen — you’ve clearly hit the ground running! The out-of-state momentum here has been huge lately. If you ever want a local perspective on neighborhoods or renovation dynamics, happy to share what we’re seeing after 40+ years funding and investing in this market.


      hey Kendra! do you work with foreign investors? (have an LLC, ITIN, 5 years of tax returns, EIN,American bank account)

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  • Leroy K. WilliamsPro Member
    Property Manager · Southfield Mi · Member since 2018 · 185 posts · 173 votes
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    Quote from @Stephen Fisher:

    Hi All,

    Out of state investor based in Southern California. I've been building a portfolio of small multi family in Chattanooga, TN over the past several years. Recently started buying SFR in Kansas City, MO and have been hitting the ground running. Just closed on my 9th single family (7 buy and hold & 2 flips) since April. Jumped in with both feet on full renovations. Not full BRRRR, but pretty close. Looking to connect and network with other out of state investors who've had success or those who are looking to get started in the KC market.


     Just curious, what made KC market stand out as a destination?  Did you look into other markets like Cleveland, Detroit, Birmingham Al ?  

    What was your strategy os an OOS investor when it came to building your team?  

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    • Stephen FisherPro Member
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      Rental Property Investor · Costa Mesa, CA · Member since 2017 · 26 posts · 16 votes
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      Quote from @Leroy K. Williams:
      Quote from @Stephen Fisher:

      Hi All,

      Out of state investor based in Southern California. I've been building a portfolio of small multi family in Chattanooga, TN over the past several years. Recently started buying SFR in Kansas City, MO and have been hitting the ground running. Just closed on my 9th single family (7 buy and hold & 2 flips) since April. Jumped in with both feet on full renovations. Not full BRRRR, but pretty close. Looking to connect and network with other out of state investors who've had success or those who are looking to get started in the KC market.


       Just curious, what made KC market stand out as a destination?  Did you look into other markets like Cleveland, Detroit, Birmingham Al ?  

      What was your strategy os an OOS investor when it came to building your team?  


       Leroy,

      Thanks for reaching out.  Honestly it was the fact that a good friend of mine had a solid contractor who was flying through deals.  Finding a contractor who follows through and does good work at a reasonable price has been my biggest challenge over the years.  After vetting the individual and going out there to see his work I dove deeper into the market.  Kansas City hit my bench marks.

      I've taken the approach of finding good people who have been vetted and used by people I trust first.  Then seeing if that market works for my goals in regards to entry price, cash flow, and appreciation.   

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  • Kendra Gensemer
    Lender · Hinton, WV · Member since 2025 · 4 posts · 1 vote
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    Awesome, Stephen! I look forward to hearing from you. 

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  • Alfath AhmedBusiness Member
    Real Estate Agent · Columbus, OH · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    Quote from @Stephen Fisher:

    Hi All,

    Out of state investor based in Southern California. I've been building a portfolio of small multi family in Chattanooga, TN over the past several years. Recently started buying SFR in Kansas City, MO and have been hitting the ground running. Just closed on my 9th single family (7 buy and hold & 2 flips) since April. Jumped in with both feet on full renovations. Not full BRRRR, but pretty close. Looking to connect and network with other out of state investors who've had success or those who are looking to get started in the KC market.


     That's awesome man. I have heard great things about Kansas city and heard it's a good market to buy in. I really enjoying buying in the midwest (at 25+ units right now) in under 4 years of investing. Working on being aggressive over the next 3 years to ramp up and get to 100 units. 

    [email protected]614-802-5698
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  • Bryan Williams
    Real Estate Agent · Kansas City · Member since 2023 · 3 posts · 0 votes
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    Hey Stephen,

    Sounds like you’ve made some strong moves in KC already — love seeing investors come in with momentum and a clear strategy. I work with a lot of out-of-state investors who are growing portfolios here, so always glad to connect, share local insights, and compare notes on what’s working across neighborhoods and deal types.

    If you’re open to it, happy to chat more about the KC market or connect you with some solid local resources that make managing from a distance a little easier.

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  • Kendra Gensemer
    Lender · Hinton, WV · Member since 2025 · 4 posts · 1 vote
    11mo

    We would certainly love to chat, Oren. Thanks for asking. DM me and we can figure out time to connect.

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