I am eyeing up a property I want to buy that costs much more than usual so my plan was to use a hard money loan to purchase, and rehab it with my own money, then sell. 

AirBNB is a platform.Personally I like a single, eye catching line.

Do you rely on inspections, local contractors, the agent, or property managers to get eyes on it?

If your manager is just 'keeping an eye' on things, collecting/reminding on a few rents here and there and some light cleanup while being compensated in free or reduced space rent then classifying them as 1099 subcontractor is great. 

Germantown has plenty of opportunities, especially if you keep an eye on areas with improving infrastructure or schools.

Glad you made your way here.. are you eyeing long-term rentals or short-term flips?

i understand a true duplex might be a lot more expensive, but i think it's at least worth continuing to research and keeping an eye on.and sticking to my original point, OOS can be tough. 

We have been keeping our eyes and ears out there for the past year. 

I have my eye on this one Duplex In Central Pennsylvania.

Understand the local permitting requirements, keep eyes on your property to avoid squatters, and make sure you have a great vacant insurance policy while you're renovating.