Low property taxes, landlord friendly, weather is reasonable, close to Lake Tahoe and lots of enjoyable areas in CA, strong appreciation, strong rents, population growth, diversified job growth, limited land allows for significant appreciation outlook over time. 

Also, focus on 2 years of job/income stability.Class D Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, all cashflow with little, maybe even negative, relative rent & value appreciationVacancy Est: 20%+ should be used to cover nonpayment, evictions & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores under 560 (almost 30% probability of default), little to no good tradelines, lots of collections & chargeoffs, recent evictions.

Their job is in city X.

Any advice or personal experience that you can share would be greatly appreciated.CoreyJason did an awesome job summarizing things for you!

I work a commission based job and am on pace to make just over 6 figures for the first time this year.

Little about me , I’ve always had big dreams and I’m very ambitious when it comes to real estate .

Ability to work remotely so they could keep their jobs and live anywhere. 

I predict it is a part time to full time job on the phone and searching Zillow etc to get an occasional deal maybe at best once every month to as far apart as just a handful a year.

Many investors also use buyer’s agents who specialize in remote purchases to ensure you're getting unbiased feedback.Regarding North Austin, it's a strong market for rentals with growing tech and job opportunities.

I would probably stick to #2 and get them both out UNLESS she can find a way to qualify on her own - paying advanced rent, getting a second job, finding a room mate, getting assistance.