I'm familiar with the panhandle, with much different temperatures and (maybe??)

I think this can be both good and bad - you want to make progress as fast as possible but at the same time I think slow and steady wins the race.

Most lenders will want to see at least 2 years of steady income, and income from part-time work or your own business can help to strengthen your financial background.

I like flipping but cashflow is monthly and steady.

TIA I look at these things the most when looking for BRRRR cities - Rent-to-Price Ratio: Look for cities where the average rent is high compared to the average mortgage cost- Population and Job Growth: Focus on cities experiencing steady population and job growth, higher than national average- Availability of Distressed Properties: Look for cities with a supply of pre-foreclosures, short sales, and abandoned propertiesNormally bigger cities in those states should do well, houses are still somewhat affordable (comparatively) and if you do a big rehab it'll pay off

I’d love to get access to even just a 5-10k in equity from my house I know my credit is terrible but there is 500k in equity and soon I will have a steady income.

It is also advisable to set aside reserves to handle mortgage payments and expenses for both units.It's important to think about the demand for units to ensure a steady rental income.

So if you are looking to have a steady fixed payment every month, this would not be a great option. 

Steady deals that perform well and a solid reputation in the industry.  

I have seen a steady gross income stream from repairs and maintenance activities ranging from 100 - 150% of management fees.