Those states could be nearby in your market area.  

I still am on the lists of all the major wholesalers and still show up to showings occasionally on properties that might have enough margin for me but have not purchased recently from a wholesaler.Just like Adrien says, they provide a service of marketing and negotiating contracts for you.

Thus more marketable.  

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Why ask: A mentor who is actively involved in the market is more likely to offer relevant, real-time insights, strategies, and lessons learned.

The STR market here has become way more saturated and competitive especially in San Juan. 

Next, side by side duplexes are a Unicorn in the NE Ohio market.

My goal is to make this property available to insurance companies, disaster recovery specialists, and individuals displaced by fire, flood, or other catastrophic events.I am seeking guidance on the most effective approach to market this property, specifically:Recommended Insurance and Disaster Recovery ContactsAre there specialized companies that manage temporary housing for insurance claims?

@Abigail Kingprimarily off market although, i've started to engage on on-market deals if i think they will fitvery difficult to find

It sounds like mistakes were made on the properties but I'm also questioning the market (you didn't say where these are).