RE is supposed to be a long term investment and an asset you hold on for a long time and take care of4.

G'Day Alejandro,As a few have already mentioned, take a peak at Toledo also.In my opinion lower potential for long term appreciation but solid/"boring" cashflow.I prefer my portfolio to be "boring" but cashflowing lolLow entry points (Sub $100,000), high rents (Above the 1% rule).Blue collar working class decent folks that will stay and pay.Depending on the area but no derelict homes, yards well kept, cars with wheels and all tenants are employed.Plus, all are sophisticated enough to pay rent online so property management doesn't have to collect rents with bullet proof vests and shot guns lolI'm bias toward Toledo but it's worth considering.Wishing you much success

My wheelehouse is long term management of investment properties, but I do have a good relationship with a loca Chattanooga broker who helps investors in the area.

The big unknown is how deep the electrical and plumbing work will go.Also, with the attached 1/1 unit, I’m debating whether this could work as a long-term hold instead of a straight flip.

That being said, you cant really rent out your pool or finished basement to a Long term rental tenant, but you can with an ADU. 

In terms of structuring the deal you can do it however you want as long as it is legal, ethical and agreed upon by both parties.

If you’re open to it, bringing in investors with clear terms could help you leverage your strong track record and deal flow to expand faster.

My focus is on providing either turnkey-style space for those interested in temporary, infrequent use or long-term leasing for business folks who require conference room space (or perhaps event space).

Option A would allow me to keep it as a long term rental .

Perhaps they want long term income for their retirement and ultimately their heirs.