Since this is something that is best done with a team of experts that know a lot more than I do I am putting this request with help from the bigger pockets community to get me started on my road to success. 

Also, I wish you many success in 2025!

I know it is by means of assignment free in an assignment contract, however, what troubles me is understanding the process of assignment free.

Greater chance for success versus another location. 

There's some mis-information and mis-understanding of AP, the process and it's effect in this thread.

That time I was looking at getting 201 S Washington (a 5 unit rental) and S Washington wasn't designated as STR and Gettysburg City said that I had to go thru the process of applying for zoning licence which is followed by a hearing with the neighbors as the jury who would hand me the verdict - yes/no.I like analyzing markets and observing them for a number of months/years.

@Jackson Pudlo you'll have a better chance of success managing a unit right next door and learn a lot.Versus...Buying a rental in a few years that not near you.One of the biggest mistakes newbie investors make is not paying enough attention to their rentals because they are too busy with family & work.You really won't be able to ignore a rental next door to you!

But at the local commercial level, you’ll have a more in depth underwriting review process  

Let’s discuss what’s working to navigate these shifts and make 2025 a successful year!

I know people that have had great BRRRR success in Detroit and Memphis, including myself.