In order to evaluate what is best for you financially you would need to have projections on what the potential business could earn vs what you could earn strictly renting it out. 

Find wholesalers, setup strict MLS searches, and network3.

@Thomas S always likes to keep it "strictly business."

Hi Everyone,Been doing a ton of research lately, reading books, listening to podcasts, reading the forums, etc......It seems nearly everything I come across is geared toward becoming a GP, getting deals, raising funds etc......However, that is not what I’m looking for, I own my own successful company, love it, and not looking to give that up, strictly looking to invest. 

That's not my market, but it seems like excellent news to me - regulations like that encourage responsible ownership/management without severely handicapping the industry, and in my opinion creates a safer environment in which to operate a business without fearing that super-strict regulations could swoop in at any moment.  

It's good to see vacation rentals aren't being pushed away as some states are getting very strict about the whole airbnb population.

@Arlen Chou that sounds like something I’d be interested in but the VA has some strict criteria when they inspect homes.

Asheville is VERY strict about short-term rentals.  

Also wondering if lease options work where I am in Ohio, the laws are pretty strict here.

Put $300 or if you can $500 per month into an account strictly for the property.