In addition to making connections here you should try to attend some local in person meetups.

.* FHA loans require both parties to owner occupy for 1 year* A 203k loan is not a first time buyer program, you can own a home and still use the program as long as you live there* The loan must be made to a person, not an entity. 

Usually this comes down to personal goals and preferences.

I’m not an expert, but I don’t think you could live in the new property if you 1031 nor would you be able to access any of the proceeds for personal reasons.

Hiren, I've personally been focused on the northern MSA markets of Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Leander.

I personally love the Cleveland market for its cash flow ranging from 10-18%.

But starting with single-family can be a great way to gain experience and confidence before tackling larger deals.If you were someone I knew personally, I would probably suggest multifamily, but it's not for everyone.

And in general, it's "only" gonna cost a person 40% gross rents...... 

if there's a market you're considering investing in, you should go there in person, walk around, go to meetups, take people out for coffee and ask them questions. 

If you’re self managing and personally moving and wish to keep self managing in your new location.