However, I enjoy the more operational side of flips and would like to grow my business out of state to increase flipping volume and have less competition in finding deals.

More than likely the asset will in a location where cap ex & management/operational costs are disproportionately higher and therefore your expense ratio will also have to be adjusted to a higher number.  

•Low time requirement for operations – the rental operations can be automated to a large extent maintaining a high hourly return and helping ensure quality control.Financing We have found a mortgage broker who seems to be doing a good job so far. 

When I contacted MFM, they told me to direct my complaints to Prime as they operate independently of them.

We're relatively new STR owner/operator in Highlands and have been very pleasantly surprised with demand even outside the peak summer season.

Any pros/cons on either or any other operator suggestions would be greatly appreciated. 

Cash-flow is for "keeping the lights on" as in covering operational expenses to defend against any need for additional capital investment. 

Operating in an industry where "we track time," I can offer a few hopefully helpful tips:1.

The website works to connect STR owner/operators with reputable cleaners in the area you're located.

@Matthew Drouin had a great reply:"Typically 50% of revenue is going to go right to operating expenses on small multi family.