However until android robots can actually walk the neighborhood and inspect property, they will be limited to only the data provided by the large services like Realtor.com, Zillow, etc.  

I've helped coach a few clients in Denver and Colorado Springs to do letter-writing campaigns targeted at very specific buildings or styles of homes they were looking for (lofts in downtown Colorado Springs, for instance, and new-build condos in the RiNo district in Denver).

For the lead calls, Google Voice is handy if you’re starting out, but I switched to using a cheap call answering service because buyers get nervous if it sounds too casual or robotic. 

Also the IRS does not look kindly on offshore nor robotic studies for obvious reasons.

Since sellers aren't robots, they get a choice in this matter.

Specifically looking for a duplex.

I’ve spoken with several real estate agents, but I haven’t yet connected with anyone who has personally invested in the city.I’m specifically interested in focusing on B-class neighborhoods.

And they have applied specific requirements of the 1031 to successfully complete an exchange, that can be intimidating if it's your first one.

Any city-specific rules that often catch new landlords off guard?

Hi BiggerPockets community,My wife and I are planning a relocation to North Carolina first quarter of next year and are currently narrowing our focus to the Charlotte or Greensboro areas.I’m looking to connect with an experienced, investor-friendly loan officer who understands long-term strategy — specifically a primary residence purchase that we plan to convert to a rental after 2 years.Right now, I’m in the planning and education phase and looking for a strategy call only (no credit pull or formal pre-approval yet).Here’s what I’m trying to clarify:• Targeting a total monthly payment $1,600- $1,900 (PITI + PMI) • Considering 5–8% down • Buying as a primary residence • Converting to mid-term or long-term rental after ~2 years • Understanding how future rental income would be treated when qualifying for a second home • Comparing conventional vs FHA scenariosI’d appreciate connecting with someone who:Is licensed in North CarolinaHas experience working with first-time buyers AND investorsUnderstands rental conversion strategiesIs comfortable doing a high-level planning call before pre-approvalIf this sounds like you (or you can recommend someone solid in the Charlotte/Greensboro market), please comment or send a DM.Thanks in advance — I appreciate this community.— Jay