And since you hold the property with your wife in a trust that makes this a related party scenario. 

This is typically for most people not a DIY project. 

After the appreciation we have been experiencing post 2022 and what we have been witnessing the last 2+ years its hard to pick a spot and be confident on appreciation.

Tax Implications & Loan Considerations✅ Be prepared for higher property taxes and potential changes in tax deductions.✅ Ensure your mortgage allows renting—some loans have restrictions.If your financial cushion can handle these factors, you’re in a great position to rent out your home successfully!

You spend a lot of time and money having people do this work, and at the end of the day you don't net any more income compared to a long term rental.

As a contractor I had to work for money, be at the mercy of the customer, jobs and timelines never seemed to go as planned, only to pay tax on the money I worked for.

The property is in great condition and we got it at a great price! 

I have been sued multiple times by tenants and never did a thing wrong and never lost a case.

But then in a year, you could buy another primary residence with your VA secondary/bonus entitlement with $0 down (yes having 2 VA loans at once), and keep and rent out your existing home.

There are also other websites that have a Cost of Living index or other comparison tools.