What area code should I look for in my budget and best area possible for that budget?

With budget services such as RR you're going to be limited in areas such as customer support.

Need to be sure you include the "unknown budget" and never take the optimistic approach as it is better to have money left at the end than writing more and more checks that were unplanned for.Again, if you can walk through an actual property and compare notes with someone that does it in your area (key factor), you will be way ahead of what a generic book can give you.

Even with my former partner (who was our 'PM / GC' on site for our projects), it was sometimes tough navigating the process, managing budgets and costs, and keeping everyone in line, including him. 

. $25,000 rehab budget, will have on the market in less than 45 days What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Many insurers have left the state so it is important to be able to get the correct STR insurance.Start calling around and get some bids and ideas on cost and fit it into your budget before you start offering on properties.

Others are responsible with their budget and can stretch a dollar.If they are excellent renters, I would offer them the option to renew and let them make the choice.

He will be totally hands off and only role is to provide money.My goal is cash flow and another investment(same as my father).I have limited free cash on a tight budget but have access to a heloc loan for expenses if needed.

if all properties you see are below market rents, than I don't think they are really below market, typically.Beyond the cost of vacancy, renovation budgets, etc that come into play.  

Eliminate debt, establish a budget, and save.