Dear RLG Family,
In 2025, savvy investors aren't just asking what to buy — they're asking where to buy it. And increasingly, the answer isn't right outside their front door. It's hundreds — even thousands — of miles away.
This week, we want to share a story that illustrates why.
One of our clients, a first-time investor based in Los Angeles, had been searching for months in her local market. Every deal she analyzed came with razor-thin margins and sky-high competition. Frustrated but determined, she reached out to RLG for guidance.
We introduced her to a promising market in Columbia, South Carolina — a city she had never set foot in. But the numbers spoke for themselves. A fully occupied fourplex listed below market, located near a university and a growing medical center. With our support, she ran the numbers, built a remote team, and secured financing.
Within weeks of closing, she had raised rents by 17% simply by modernizing the units and adding washer-dryer hookups. The property cash-flowed from month one, and within the first year, her equity position grew by nearly $40,000.
This is the power ofinvesting beyond your backyard.
Out-of-state investing opens doors that local markets often keep closed. It allows you to chasebetter returns,stronger cash flow, andmore affordable entry points— without being boxed in by your ZIP code. But it also requires confidence, a clear strategy, and the right team behind you.
At RLG, we specialize in supporting out-of-state investors — helping you navigate new markets, underwrite smarter deals, and secure tailored financing that aligns with your goals. From property management referrals to contractor insights, we're here to make remote investing feel local.
So where should you look?
Cities like Tulsa, Indianapolis, and Augusta are seeing revitalization, job growth, and an influx of young renters — all signs of rental demand and long-term upside. Many of these markets still offer solid cap rates and value-add opportunities that are hard to come by in overheated metro areas.
The question is no longer “Can I invest out of state?” It's “Can I afford not to?”
If you're stuck in an expensive market or tired of bidding wars and slim margins, it might be time to look beyond your backyard — and we're here to help you take that step.
Let RLG help you discover what's possible — no matter where you live.
—The RLG Team
