So again I'm able to do that because I've built a life around real estate and it takes time a resources to consistently get deals like that.

If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.

I've consistently written about the forces of nature and her current and future effects on the real estate market (even while often being ridiculed and politicized on this very site for it) regardless: I personally moved and invested in coastal Oregon in 2018 from Venice Beach Los Angeles partly as a result of the trajectory of climate and have assisted several clients that specifically purchased on the Oregon Coast for their own 'climate havens,' investment and future retirement homes. 

You’d get a consistent income which might bring you more income on a year to year basis than renting a room on Airbnb here and there.

If so, can anyone recommend any best practices?

It is standard practice and component level depreciation is encouraged by the IRS.Though it is very important to track you time as you go along.

There is also Niagara Falls, Ontario which seems to have a more consistent flow of visitors throughout the year.

Amazing what can come of just grinding volume with cold calling Volume + consistency + follow-up = DEALS.Simple really. 100%

Building a trusted network of contractors will save time and ensure consistency as you scale.

This team consists of an Investor Focused Agent, Lender, Contractor, and PM.Read this article on the "core 4".