Or are you working with local investors that are looking for renters?

Plus scan the local Craigslist to see what used furniture is out there.With all the questions you have asked, I don't think you said where it was located.

Shop around with local lenders, ask these questions, and get answers before you try to buy the triplex. 

Plan was to do self storage; then found out the creek that sits a ways back flooded 5 years ago, not in a floodzone but all the locals know so self storage is a tough sell at this point. 

I am out Out of state investor so don't want to give you wrong information, my best advise is to find a local agent who knows the area and can help you better than me.

I’d love to connect with like-minded investors locally and learn more about their experiences with HMLs.Thanks again for your time and help!

Find a local property management company that does the bigger cabins and they'll help you identify the right build choices to help maximize your rents.

What is mentioned in that article is very sad but these are local people linked to drug activities, with sadly some innocent (overwhelmingly) local victims as collateral but the shootings rarely happen in the places where tourists go.

I live in Missouri and I’m looking to get started in my local area but in the long run would like to invest in the Springfield and Branson areas.Thanks again for all the help!

Depends if your state or local laws have Source of Income as a protected class or not.