I’d recommend going where you have high earning potential and can reasonably afford to live.

If the cash-out refi provides liquidity and good terms, it could be worth taking, but make sure it doesn't interfere with your construction funds.I can help you assess both options and see if we can offer a more favorable solution.

Petersburg, and Charlotte also offer affordable housing, excellent public amenities, and family-friendly areas.

Investor portal solutions are pricey but definitely provides a more professional experience for your LP's.

Having your handyman do showings could be a solution, but keep in mind that if he’s not experienced in tenant screening, it could expose you to more risk, especially with squatters or less reliable tenants.You mentioned using something like Showmojo for smart access, which is great for efficiency, but I’d suggest ensuring you have solid procedures for background checks and tenant screening if you go that route.As someone who’s owned a property management company for 5+ years and manages over 300 units, I’ve seen the impact of not properly screening tenants.

BTW, this might be the reasonable solution now as well just to have them leave it.

There are great markets throughout Florida that are still affordable and growing.  

This takes time.As always...Fast solutions have slow problems!

Rents will be so crazy high, that anything you buy at $190 will cash flow no problem.My advice will be to buy what you like (and can afford).  

A good rule of thumb is to ensure that the tenant’s income is at least three times the monthly rent to ensure they can comfortably afford it.The process typically starts by collecting a rental application from the tenant that includes personal details, employment information, and rental history.