I am moving to STR because of how Aircover works and I doubt I will leave Airbnb unless they change the Aircover and resolution system.

Quote from @Zach Howard: I think it's probably better to hold real estate in an LLC than in my personal name.

You can find something in Durham and parts of Raleigh, specifically zips 27610, 27603, and parts of 27604 that would meet your criteria, however generally speaking most of the inventory that would fit what you are looking for in Raleigh or Durham would likely be in neighborhoods that I personally wouldn't want to invest in, C- to D type neighborhoods.

Point noted about not being able to underwrite without seeing things in person.

Third, the typical person renting a room is not a home buyer candidate. 

Personally, my favorite way of sourcing deals is building relationships with brokers and nurturing those relationships by checking in consistently.

Looking forward to meeting you all virtually sometime, or in person on a visit to PT. 

Stay consistent with follow-ups, sharing updates on new opportunities.Pro Tip: Host a webinar or in-person event to connect with potential lenders and answer their questions.Why It Works:Credibility and transparency make lenders more comfortable investing in your deals.What Do You Think?

I've personally done just about every rehab scenario, properties I've lived in, properties bought as investments and even properties bought at auction.You've gotten good advice from folks on this list.

I have no doubt you’re going to make a huge impact in the Springfield and Hartford areas, and I can’t wait to see you grow.This is a great place to connect with people who share your values and goals.