Hiring a property manager when living out of state ensures local expertise in tenant management, property maintenance, and legal compliance.

On the other hand, hiring a GC provides a one-stop shop with streamlined communication, experience, and expertise.

Your expertise could prove invaluable as I navigate this exciting but complex process.

We build for a discounted rate on a retainer based model.

I'd echo the advice already given.Start hanging out with the local investor community and start talking with RE brokers and lenders who have experience and expertise in the strategy you land on.In your case, I'd take a serious look at househacking.

This is a very special (for me out of state town), so we will be doing more flips in there, and if we build townhouses we can mix the model and sell some and rent some too.

Took time over Christmas to dive into all aspects of the website and found the "live in then rent" model discussed and thought I could do it.

Curious about your favorite resources to get started on understanding the business model. 

This could help secure funding and expertise in building and managing affordable housing.4.Explore alternative construction methods: As you mentioned, modular homes could be a cost-effective option for building additional units on the property.

Especially if you are looking at the investor model.