It's a way to review every detail good and bad without having to revisit the property.If you time your Dayton visit right, you can check out the local Meetup, it's on 6/14. https://www.biggerpockets.com/...It's a great place to speak with other investors, and even find some contractors. 

I've not done this in San Antonio before, so right now my alternative is the yellow pages (so to speak).

There has been only one time where my physically visiting the place added much value. 

Join FB groups with wholesalers, check out BP marketplace, do a web search on "Hyper vacancy" and "blighted cities".

Hi all,Brand new to biggerpockets and learning a TON over the past few days from the youtube page, podcast and website.

Ken McElroy has to say on his Youtube page.

Colorado Governor extends 30 day demand notice to July 1st AND it must now be accompanied by a 10 page DOLA FAQ document.

@Mike JeskiI think you are on the right track.You clearly understand the importance of having a network especially when investing in out of area.My suggestion would be to identify your top two or three markets.Plan to spend two or three days visiting each market - meet with brokers, property managers, contractors, talk to the “locals” you meet at bars restaurants hotel parks out and about town.

I usually search for hot things on Pinterest, Houzz, and other designer's IG pages.

Visit the properties and consider the costs of repair/upgrade, the quality of the tenants, and the income potential.