Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a Class A property in Class D area, what quality of tenant will you get?

The gold standard is what your intent was for the property, and how you can demonstrate that intent if ever questioned.

CredibilityOnce you do this right, you WILL be #1 and you will generate 100% organic high-quality quality free motivated seller leads!

But the cynical side of my brain knows the worst flippers out there will find a workaround for it and continue delivering low-quality flips to unsuspecting buyers. 

Not only is she an asset to out-of-state investors like myself, but she’s also incredibly well-connected with other professionals who share her same high standards of service.

agreed  quality paid off rentals are about as solid as you can get.. not only that you have less maintenance and turn over for the same income.. what one misses is appreciation if thats your goal.. more props that all appreciate more wealth depends on your situation..

What recommendations do you have about quality or brand? 

So for vast majority of the history where USA enjoyed position as net exporter, innovator, world currency standard, it was NOT a title held due exclusively to the USA "greatness" as we are all force feed.     

Many short-term rentals will rent monthly during the off-season.A quality REALTOR will help you determine what needs to be done to make the property more sellable.

Not only is she an asset to out-of-state investors like myself, but she’s also incredibly well-connected with other professionals who share her same high standards of service.