Are there any particular markets or investment strategies you’re leaning toward?

The Japanese market is different in that it is a high yield cash flow market, non speculative investing.

There are a lot of affordable properties in Knoxville, but the growth isn't terribly vibrant and the deman isn't what you'd expect for a city of that size and that close to the Smokies - you're mostly looking at college rentals for the meat of the move season, and the SF market, while it exists, doesn't really compare to Chattanooga. 

Investing out of state in the KCMO area sounds like a smart move; it’s such an interesting market with plenty of potential.

The secret to dominating the world of off-market acquisitions isn’t about delivering a slick pitch or being pushy—it’s about becoming the trusted, go-to problem solver that sellers want to work with.

Hi Jamison,Kansas City is a fantastic market for someone with your skills and background!

STR seems to have better tax benefits (in the right market) but is it worth it at a distance ???

In our market (New Orleans) cemetery tours are very popular. 

So the idea of doing this all from afar is a bit daunting, however, I know the most important thing here will be to create a great team and outsource as much as possible.I have set my sights on a couple of different markets being in the Southeast and the Midwest; these markets seem to provide the cash flow I am initially interested in generating to value add to the properties I purchase.

I know a young lady that just did that in my market, so she was licensed just days after her birthday.What are you planning to do with the license?