Getting to know comps, locations, and resources in one's own neighborhood makes more sense to start. 

I would recommend investing the time (and financial resources, if necessary) into doing outreach directly to property owners.

One of my favorites and most comprehensive to start is https://store.biggerpockets.co...Michael Zuber's two books are great too.We have a bunch of other resources we love if you are interested to not hesitate to reach out, connect, and DM me

You said you live in the house, so if it is for personal use only, that might play into the decision, and/or if you have a lot of room in the deal financially and have enough to pay for the higher priced, possibly better GC, that might be part of the decision also.In my experience, higher price doesn't always mean "better," but may mean more attentive and experienced and more and/or better resources (like better sub's, etc). 

I've got a FB group for other relocators if you're looking for any resources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/californiatoidaho

These forums are a very good resource for finding reliable and trustworthy workers.

Hi Kyle, Welcome to the community- There are a lot of good professionals and resources here on bigger pockets to learn and grow. 

Hi Don, Welcome to the community- There are a lot of good professionals and resources here on bigger pockets to learn and grow. 

The gain allocated to the OO unit will be tax free up to $250,000 if single or $500,000 if married. 

The Oregon Coast is ground zero for regions of the country that will in many ways become more inhabitable as temps rise, water dries and abundance of resources is more critical.