Market isn't that important, but I prefer southern states.

Free events or groups are preferred, as I feel the connections made are more genuine, but I am open to anything. 

We would prefer to have properties in our neighborhood so we can manage them ourselves. 

The proper answer is "it depends" I don't know anything about your case.I do prefer simple over unnecessary complexity.

For the property I purchase, I’d like to keep my monthly mortgage payments at $2,000 or less.I prefer a turn-key property since this is my first rental, and I want to start generating monthly cash flow immediately without the delay of repairs or managing two mortgages.

.: @Jay Hinrichs  Why do you prefer PR over PS?

We are always priced under the market average for properties, as we prefer a slightly higher occupancy rate over a higher nightly price.  

Design happens to be one of my passions, and I’d love to help you brainstorm ideas or suggest some cost-effective design solutions that could work for your project.If you’d like, feel free to share some details about the style you’re aiming for or any preferences you have.

They are investing 60% preferred equity in MF.

It will depend on your preferences and how well you think you will tolerate having a room mate as you approach a new life with your partner.