👋 Hey everyone — I’m based in Southeast Michigan and my work focuses on helping out-of-state and remote investors acquire buy-and-hold properties with predictable returns and minimal surprises.A lot of the investors I support are relocating capital from higher-cost states, so my role is usually helping them understand:• neighborhood + school zone stability• realistic rent performance vs advertised rents• renovation scope and risk tolerance• long-term exit flexibilityMy approach is conservative — I care more about protecting downside than chasing numbers that only look good on paper.I’m here mainly to learn, contribute where I can, and connect with thoughtful investors who value strategy and risk awareness in their decision-making.If you invest remotely (or are considering Michigan), I’d love to hear what factors matter most to you when evaluating a market.

I’ve completed three renovations using a buy-and-hold strategy and am now looking to expand into fix-and-flips.I’m seeking hands-on experience and mentorship to better understand the flipping process from start to finish, and I’m willing to contribute free labor in exchange for the opportunity to learn and observe real projects.I’m active duty, currently stationed in New Jersey, and plan to continue investing on the side as I relocate to future bases.

If the home is sitting vacant and they’ve already relocated, they may be dealing with carrying costs, insurance concerns, and management headaches from a distance.

The Southern region has also experienced significant growth recently, driven by headquarters relocating to Fort Worth.

The third property we bought was from a relocation company and no seller financing was available, again they wanted the money. 

Our real estate agent who helped buy this house thinks that if we do some minor cosmetic updates and charge just under market rate, it will rent to a family who is relocating to the area and househunting, or even someone who is doing a long remodel, who doesn’t care about a super new house and just wants the desirable/convenient neighborhood with good schools.

An agent with experience in VA assumptions can often make the difference between a smooth closing and a delayed or stalled transaction, which is especially important when working within a military relocation timeline. 

Tenants also tend to stay longer because relocating refrigerated operations is costly and disruptive.

I have 5 long term rental units in Boston area and have recently been relocated to Wichita for work.

In Chicago, this is one of those areas where you need to be very careful.Yes, the Chicago RLTO can apply to garage spaces, depending on how they are leased.Here’s the practical breakdown:• If the garage is leased as part of a residential tenancy (same tenant, same lease, or a rider/addendum tied to the apartment), then RLTO security deposit rules apply.