Salesperson in California, looking to invest in PHX

Phoenix, Arizona
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Salesperson in California, looking to invest in PHX

Matthew Davis
Member since 2025 · 9 posts · 9 votes
Hi everyone! I’m just about to graduate college and I will have a solid income post grad, I wanted to start meeting people to build out a team to start investing in PHX where it’s more landlord friendly. Please feel free to share all advice when it comes to what investor groups etc. I should be getting connected with. Thanks! :)
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Caeli RidgeBusiness Member
Lender · Portland, OR · Member since 2016 · 30 posts · 13 votes
9mo

Congrats on being so close to graduation — and smart move starting to build your team early. Phoenix is definitely one of the more landlord-friendly metros, and a lot of investors like the mix of strong population growth, diverse job base, and steady rental demand.

If you’re looking to get plugged in, here are a few places people tend to start:

• Local REI meetups
Phoenix has a very active investor community. Groups like AZREIA (Arizona Real Estate Investors Association) are popular because they attract both new and seasoned investors, plus lenders, agents, property managers, and contractors.

• Networking with investor-focused agents
Even before you’re ready to buy, connecting with an agent who works with investors can give you a ton of market insight — especially on which submarkets still cash flow.

• BiggerPockets local threads and PHX Facebook groups
There are active Phoenix-specific groups where local investors post deals, contractors, and market updates. It’s an easy way to start building relationships before you’re on the ground.

• Start forming the “core four”
For Phoenix rentals, this usually means:
– An investor-friendly real estate agent
– A solid property manager
– A lender who works with investor products
– A reliable inspector or contractor

Even meeting one or two now will make things smoother when you’re ready to make your first offer.

You’re doing the right thing by getting plugged into the community ahead of time — that’s often what separates smooth first deals from stressful ones.

– Ridge Lending Group (Licensed in 49 states, excluding NY)

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  • Erik Middendorf
    Member since 2025 · 9 posts · 2 votes
    9mo

    Sent you a note to connect! Would love to be an asset to find the best deals in AZ when you start the journey! All the best

    Erik Middendorf New Western 

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  • David Stephens
    Member since 2025 · 29 posts · 13 votes
    9mo

    Hey @Matthew Davis if you haven’t already I’d recommend you connect with @Jeremy Holden in Phoenix. He's an agent but acts more like a coach to first time investors. He helped me with my first and we've since worked on multiple together for new investors!

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  • Matthew Davis
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    Member since 2025 · 9 posts · 9 votes
    9mo
    Thank you everyone for your messages!
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  • Patrick O'SullivanBusiness Member
    Property Manager · Phoenix, AZ · Member since 2024 · 531 posts · 203 votes
    9mo

    @Matthew Davis It’s great that you’re thinking about building your team early. Phoenix can be a solid market for out-of-state investors, especially if you have the right people around you.

    A good place to start is getting plugged into local investor meetups and online groups where people actively share deals, property managers, lender experiences, and market updates. BiggerPockets itself is one of the best resources, and you’ll find a lot of Phoenix investors who are happy to share what’s working for them. Happy to connect.

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  • Arman AhmedPro Member
    Real Estate Agent · Columbus Cleveland Dayton, OH · Member since 2024 · 2k+ posts · 927 votes
    9mo

    @Matthew Davis

    Midwest has some great opportunities for out-of-state investors, with lower entry costs and strong cash flow potential. Many investors I work with are buying off-market single-family and multi-family properties and getting reliable local support for rehabs, property management, and financing. If you’re interested, I can share more about what’s available and how to get started.

    [email protected]614-418-6081
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    • Matthew Davis
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      Member since 2025 · 9 posts · 9 votes
      9mo

      @Arman Ahmed - I'm interested. It's just a lot further away than AZ but I'm happy to hop on a quick phone call to learn more. DM me please! Still trying to figure out this app! Lol

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  • Caeli RidgeBusiness Member
    Lender · Portland, OR · Member since 2016 · 30 posts · 13 votes
    9mo

    Congrats on being so close to graduation — and smart move starting to build your team early. Phoenix is definitely one of the more landlord-friendly metros, and a lot of investors like the mix of strong population growth, diverse job base, and steady rental demand.

    If you’re looking to get plugged in, here are a few places people tend to start:

    • Local REI meetups
    Phoenix has a very active investor community. Groups like AZREIA (Arizona Real Estate Investors Association) are popular because they attract both new and seasoned investors, plus lenders, agents, property managers, and contractors.

    • Networking with investor-focused agents
    Even before you’re ready to buy, connecting with an agent who works with investors can give you a ton of market insight — especially on which submarkets still cash flow.

    • BiggerPockets local threads and PHX Facebook groups
    There are active Phoenix-specific groups where local investors post deals, contractors, and market updates. It’s an easy way to start building relationships before you’re on the ground.

    • Start forming the “core four”
    For Phoenix rentals, this usually means:
    – An investor-friendly real estate agent
    – A solid property manager
    – A lender who works with investor products
    – A reliable inspector or contractor

    Even meeting one or two now will make things smoother when you’re ready to make your first offer.

    You’re doing the right thing by getting plugged into the community ahead of time — that’s often what separates smooth first deals from stressful ones.

    – Ridge Lending Group (Licensed in 49 states, excluding NY)

    Podcast Guest on Show BiggerNews: Why Mortgage Rates AREN’T Falling
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  • Justin Burke
    Gilbert, AZ · Member since 2018 · 3 posts · 1 vote
    8mo

    Hey @Matthew Davis, congrats on graduation/next moves! 

    If you want to hop on a call and talk through neighborhoods/areas of interest, happy to do so.  always looking to connect with potential co-investors (also an agent if you are looking for another option there). 

    Just shoot me a message!

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  • Josue Maldonado
    Wholesaler · phoenix az · Member since 2026 · 1 post · 0 votes
    12h

    Hey @Matthew Davis atthew, I’m based in Phoenix and work with local real estate opportunities here.

    I saw you’re looking to get into the Phoenix market. If you’re still looking, I’d be interested in connecting and learning what your Buy Box looks like. I may be able to help you find opportunities while you’re investing from California.

    What areas and price range are you targeting?

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  • Nicholas L.Pro Member
    Flipper/Rehabber · Pittsburgh · Member since 2018 · 6k+ posts · 5k+ votes
    12h

    @Matthew Davis

    can you house hack locally instead

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  • John Leland
    Specialist · I give advice - [email protected] - I focus on states where investing is profitable, reasonably safe & secure · Member since 2026 · 63 posts · 14 votes
    9h
    Quote from @Matthew Davis:
    Hi everyone! I’m just about to graduate college and I will have a solid income post grad, I wanted to start meeting people to build out a team to start investing in PHX where it’s more landlord friendly. Please feel free to share all advice when it comes to what investor groups etc. I should be getting connected with. Thanks! :)

    Personally, I advise all new investors to visit the site they are planning on investing in and become familiar with the amount of time it takes to get there, what the local neighborhoods are like in daytime and night, how traffic flows, where the local pizza place is. You become a better investor when you are in familiar territory. I agree that Arizona is a better place to invest than California is for many reasons, but don't assume it can be done "hands off" from a distance having never visited.

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