Take careful consideration of "who" and "how" as you move forward. 

Its best to speak to local Flooring guysit important to take into consideration the year round temperature. extreme difference between winter and summer can also factor into the choice Best of luck 

I'm looking in the Emerson Heights area of Indianapolis (although that may be irrelevant for the post).

But also take into consideration though that if you aren't living in San Diego three years from now then you who will manage the property?

It’s appreciated in value considerably while I’ve owned it.I know there is the 250k exemption on profits from the sale of your primary residence but that has to have been your primary residence 2 of the last 5 years.

I will definitely keep that into consideration. and Jason that is most definitely good news.

Looking for a reputable Property Management Company near Garfield Heights, OH.  

@Carolyn BrownYou will not get conventional financing - you will need to get hard money or private investor and be putting considerable $ down for site unseen properties.

Stated income lenders do not take in to consideration tax returns or verify incomeRates are slightly higher but not as high as HML

Just some general house-hacking considerations-https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/considera...If any of those help!