While I don't believe that you need a full blown business plan, strict operational budget, timeline, scrum board, etc...

@Trace P. again, why would the government logically spend YOUR tax dollars paying more than market rent for an S8 tenant?

When i press on the cracked areas, it does not appear soft or wet.I plan to fix it, but I worry it may reappear in months.

Quote from @Michael Smythe: @Felicia Jenkins the shorter the term of the lease and the more tenants there are, the more challenges you'll face - especially if you plan to manage remotely.Who will be your boots on the ground, do showings, maintenance, etc.?

I have a goal of being able to spend time with my daughter and family.

And does Congress approve this spending?

I think holding is a great long term plan.

Will you lend to a retirement plan (which will prohibit a PG)?

It's not only the money you'll lose, it's the time you spend (I figure worth $100 hr) and the mental anguish and stress.

Would love to hear form some Multi-Family owners/operators in these markets about pros/cons and specifically neighborhoods to avoid.My wife and I have been to Columbia SC many times and, while we have never been to Little Rock Arkansas, we plan on going in Late March!