Quote from @Zachary Deal: Hi Shawn good luck with your flips!

Whether it applies or not it's always a good idea to check with a professional first so thanks for the reply.

Quote from @Catherine Ashmead: Does anyone know of good companies in Arizona that I can contact?

The key to investing out of state is finding a good property manager.  

It's good to hear from you again.

HI @Harmeet Janjua It is not impossible to find a good deal. 

network network network. anywhere there is one in your area go and meet someone and follow up is key after that. there are many good apps to find local RE events

It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.6.

As you're just starting out in Austin, focus on learning the local market, particularly areas with good rental demand and lower entry prices.

I would rather invest in safe markets that produce a good return, then I can use that income to pay for a vacation anywhere in the world.I'm very pessimistic about the STR market in Hawaii.