All Forum Posts by: Ryan Harrell

I spent three years with one of the larger SFR investment firms in the U.S. and those are all states they invested pretty heavily in. Birmingham, Memphis, Greensboro, and Indianapolis are all markets that fit the bill in my initial post. A lot of the people I work with are active investors too, and they use our company as a way to get into other markets and build some passive assets alongside their more hands-on projects.

I'd be happy to chat with you sometime if you're ever interested in talking more about it.

Hi Max,

Looks like you've built up a really strong foundation - love that you've got experience. One option to consider is investing out-of-state in markets with stable economies, strong renter populations, and where housing is below the US median value. These will be markets where housing is affordable for both residents and owners and gives you an opportunity to quickly build a diversified portfolio.

There are also turnkey companies that handle everything from acquisition and rehab to leasing and property management. It’s a great option if you’re looking to scale without having to be hands-on in a new market. Happy to share more if that’s something you’re exploring.

Hi Chaim,

You're in a similar spot to so many other investors. Try looking into cities in with stable economies, strong renter populations, and where housing is below the US median value. These will be markets where housing is affordable for both residents and owners. You can find several investor-friendly markets like this in the Midwest and Sunbelt states.

Another route many investors take is partnering with a turnkey provider — companies that offer fully renovated, rent-ready homes, complete with long-term residents and full-service property management. This approach makes it much easier to build a diverse, hands-off portfolio, all under one roof and with a team that handles every step of the process.

Wishing you the best!

Welcome Lynnette! Glad to have you here. What got you interested in real estate? 

Frank, 

Congrats on getting started! Sounds like you're in the early stages, which is an exciting place to be. I work with investors in your shoes every day—especially those looking for reliable, consistent returns from out-of-state investments. Given your situation, it sounds like a more passive approach might be the right fit, and I’d be happy to share what that could look like. 

Good luck! 

Patrick,

Welcome back! What's your plan this time around? 

Nicholas,

That's awesome that you're getting started at 19. Wishing you the best of luck!

Sridhar,

Welcome to BP! Feel free to reach out to me anytime.

Elden, I'd recommend checking out your local investor meetups, spending time analyzing opportunities in your area, reading up on different strategies, and—most importantly—getting really clear on your plan and your "why." That foundation will make every decision moving forward a lot easier. Wishing you the best of luck on your investing journey!

HI Cole,

I’m not an expert on the Cleveland market specifically, but buying low-priced properties — especially as an out-of-state or first-time investor — can be a risky strategy. While they may look appealing on paper, they often come with significant challenges and ongoing issues on the backend.

You might consider continuing to save or even partnering with someone to invest in stronger, more stable neighborhoods. It’s also a good idea to interview multiple property management companies to ensure you’re aligning with the right team before moving forward.