When I explained that i was an investor, with some brokers it became very clear we wouldn't be a good fit --- the broker just wanted agents that would close deals, lots of deals, period. 

Then I'd buy some properties in growing areas that fit your risk profile with as little or as much down to make it flat to intrinsic(DSCR 1.0 to 1.25) via MLS or distressed and fix up(time consumption being a factor) and go deeper into these areas than wider in your reach.

Just don’t be haste with your due diligence and choose a market that can fit your short term and long term needs.

Try to use a few different techniques to see which one is a better fit for you. 

You only need 15% down to buy an investment or 10% down to buy a Vacation home but if you can use VA that’s 100% if it fits into your entitlement.

It is no reflection of Mr James Wise character as he has clearly stated countless times, if it dosn't fit or makes sense for you as a buyer DONT OFFER OR BUY IT. 

I'm sure there are lots of variables so its not a one size fits all answer normally.

Lately my investor clients have had a lot of success with this and I'm starting a weekly email sendout with what's on the market that fits the bill.

The Airbnb is an experiment for me, it's my first and will see if that strategy is a good long-term fit for my portfolio.

Maybe it'd be better to focus more on getting a team setup first before scouting the city looking for the deals that will fit your criteria.