It helps to build a good network of reliable contractors, especially if you’re investing out of state.Section 8 has been a part of my strategy, and while it’s not all rainbows, it’s been a solid way to build consistent cash flow.

I would invest in having professional photos with plenty of pics to capture the place.

For us to guarantee a deal, it is contingent on them making reasonable effort (3-5 hours/week consistently, for example).

Good to hear there’s consistency over time.

Long Backstory, but my Dad owns a house in Greensboro, NC but has not lived in it consistently in 4-5 years.

Quote from @Kody Smith: without getting too deep into my finances, what my strategy is...1. take loans to buy properties (leverage)2. fix/flip for day to day cash flow income3. use some of the fix/flip income to buy consistent cash flow through:- business acquisition, - commercial properties (MF and store fronts),I have no intention of doing ALL of the management myself, I will hire management as needed (medium term goal)my expected core role is money provider, evaluating the numbers, making decisions, and connecting with investors, wholesalers, lenders, contractors, and property owners.while I am just on step 2 of the journey, I am looking toward step 3 to stabilize, and not worry about if house prices drop mid project or not (or not worry as much) So to be fair this is more about obtaining and growing a real estate business not simply buying rentals for cashflow.

You need to work with a lender that will utilize STR 1007 Data and/or AirDNA Income on a REFI.Tough deal but we do this consistently.

Since you retain control of your money, how does one consistently maintain 30-50% cash on cash return? 

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

Here on planet earth it takes longer than 5 hours to do that job and people who do consistent work don't work for $2 dollars an hour.