Quote from @Kenneth Soles: Yes I am learning that as well.  

Did you buy solely off the fact you needed to 1031?

Tax writeoffs are a big motivator for sure but not my sole reason for being in real estate.It sounds like investing in a condo in a place like Branson may be one of the only viable options for me, basically I'm looking to diversify to have more than just LTR's at this moment.

If you're solely looking to invest passively longer-term you're probably better off finding a reputable syndicator and investing passively. 

It also reduces the likelihood of price fluctuations based solely on seasonal trends, allowing for more predictable cash flow and quicker returns.Markets with minimal seasonality also provide greater flexibility for investors, who aren’t pressured to time transactions based on seasonal cycles.

I understand your home market may not be attainable and there may be a need to purchase in  secondary market that have lower cost barriers of entry but don't focus solely on cost of entry.

Most believe that a Bargain is a discount on the price of something at the time it was purchased.For instance, if a pair of shoes is selling for $50 when another store is selling it for $100.. yes!

Which to me sounds like leaving the house and forgetting to put your shoes on . . . . 

That you state in your finder's fee contract with the owner that your sole function is Only introducing the buyer or investor to him/her.

Be careful not to pin the flooring down with the baseboard or shoe moulding.