This could be a very long posts so I'm just gonna give you a few tips. 

Here are a few tips that might help as you get started:Market Analysis: Since you're open to out-of-state investing, look for markets with steady population growth, job diversity, and a balance between rent prices and local wages—those factors often hint at stability and demand.

If I go with the BRRR strategy would love to hear some tips on how to successfully manage the rehab remotely. 

Ali,If you want to learn some of the tips and loopholes on the finance or banking side feel free to reach out or send me an email. 

Here’s the context:I own a rural property with two rental units:A manufactured home from the 1980s in temporary status with the county (meaning it can’t be replaced), which currently rents for $1,350 per month.A one-bedroom permanent residence that rents for $1,300 per month.My monthly mortgage payment is approximately $1,200, and cash flow is crucial to me right now.

@Chloe TaylorWelcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

We had a plumber replace the entire faucet, again at no cost to her. 

They waste a TON on money shotgunning postcards and letters out to wholly unmotivated owners until they run out of money.The tip-off is that "buy-box" question.

The 25K would go towards a rate buy down.As far as accounting for cap ex and maintenance for newly replaced/updated items, I'd still recommend doing it.

@Tyler BurrisWelcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.