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I choose that market due to affordability, potential cashflow and cash on cash return. 

I would find an equity partner instead and you could potentially do a deal with no money down as long as you are providing most of the sweat equity and you can demonstrate you have the necessary "experience".

. - Four years of appreciation -100k HELOC for investing.TakeawaysThis house hack worked because I chose a desirable home in a good area with strong appreciation potential.

We respond to inquiries, but if someone did the things you suggested to try to track me down instead of following the advertised protocol I would disqualify you as crazy or a potential stalker or just high needs or high maintenance. 

The reason being they did not want to be caught in a lease and have to deal with potential lease issues down the road.

Plus for its high cash flow potential, utilizing a 1031 exchange to reinvest gains effectively made this experiment a relatively low risk for me.

The rate will be higher (typically 1% to 1-1/2% higher) but you will be able to sell, refinance, or payoff the loan without  having to worry about paying what could potentially be thousands of dollars in a pre-payment penalty. 

If you're considering BRRRR, the FHA 203(k) loan could work for bundled purchase and renovation, but it’s often simpler to use personal funds for lighter rehab projects.You could focus on properties with strong rental potential and manageable upgrades to increase value.