I think Columbus, Ohio is a really good spot for you to do that.

Belize also has title, and amazing low property taxes)Samana, Dominican Republic - Though the beaches are gorgeous, I am not a fan Punta Cana and other touristy spots.

Someone is going to tell you how good a spot is and why it will work, but you really have no idea what you are doing.

Do you notice a sweet spot both in property size/vicinity to the beach?

A few additional savings hacks I layered w insurance, was to move deductible up and find break even sweet spot on annual premium.

This will probably mean at least 1k or more out of your pocket every month and if some kind of emergency happens, you will be in a really tough spot.

Some spots in dayton you will see stuff like that which is why I always tell my clients beforehand what they can expect. 

We have a soft spot for Perdido.  

One time, I sent a video to a sub that was supposed to gravel a parking spot beside a cement driveway.

You only need to be accredited to buy into a Reg D 506C limited partner position in a syndication, you don't have to be accredited to buy into a Reg D 506B limited partner position in a syndication if they have open, one of the 35 spots allowed for non-accredited investors per 506B syndication.