maybe you and your husband can trade off making trips there to build a network in person? 

Explore remote investing options like turnkey properties or out-of-state rentals with property managers, and use summers or gap years to network, analyze deals, and gain hands-on experience.

@Greg P.have you tried networking, going to meetups, or even starting your own mastermind or meetup for this?

to the OP, i hope airbnb never decides to ban you from their network.  

go to local meetups, they should have some here or try meetup app or eventbrite. continue to network and that can help you execute your plans.

Start by researching different types of properties, such as residential, commercial, or rental investments, to determine which aligns best with your goals.Building a strong network is also crucial.

Once you narrow it down, start with small jobs to test their reliability and quality before giving them bigger projects.Building a solid network takes time, but having dependable people on call is a lifesaver for your rentals.

However, having an experienced real estate agent or investor in your network analyze comps adds an extra layer of confidence.If you’re focusing on specific markets and ever want to discuss analyzing deals or strategies, feel free to connect, Our firm would love to help you! 

I happen to be looking for gap funders myself for a number of my house flip projects in Houston, TX and finding gap funders or any kind of private money involves a lot of networking and putting myself out there to meet potential lenders.

If you’re looking to continue to invest in your backyard, it helps to network with as many locals in the industry as you can.