But a lot of the time the surrounding houses have been sold quite some time ago, and they are incomparable when trying to use appraisal rules. 

Surround yourself with like-minded people, build relationships, and you will accelerate your learning and growth!

Hey Jimmy here I do a lot of rehabs in Cleveland and surrounding areas fully insured contractor and have crews for pretty much anything from trash outs , paint , repairs etc feel free to get in contact 

I fully recognize that's true because of the people I surround myself with.

The most education you will receive is when you do your first deal...surround yourself with investors and agents that are investors themselves to help guide you and prevent you from making any major mistakes and you will be fine....there will always be several things that you learn from on your first deal!

Petersburg and the surrounding areas, if this market is in a good spot to jump in, or if it might be better off to wait or go into single-family home investments?

For example, when I search for single family homes up to $100k in Pensacola there are only 16 options as of this morning and only 27 if I open up the search to include the surrounding areas. 

I meant outside as in surrounding Columbus.

It's difficult to find people focused on Salt Lake and surrounding areas here on BP.

Here are some considerations and tips to help you make the most of your turnkey investment strategy:Pros of Turnkey Properties:Ready for Rental: After refurbishment, turnkey homes are usually ready for occupancy right away, saving you the time and hassle of doing repairs and improvements.Professional Management: A lot of turnkey companies provide property management services, taking care of tenant selection, rent collecting, upkeep, and other daily tasks on your behalf.Passive Income: Investing in a turnkey property allows you to immediately begin earning rental income without having to take on major maintenance or remodeling tasks.Tips for Investing in Turnkey Properties:Take some time investigating turnkey suppliers in-depth and select reliable businesses who have a proven track record of effective property management and satisfied clients.Make sure you have done your research about the property, its surroundings, the nature of the rental market, and its potential for long-term income flow.Analyze the financials of the turnkey property.Even though turnkey homes can generate rental revenue right now, think about your long-term investing objectives and plan.