Using a househack for an STR could be particularly advantageous in municipalities where STRs have been cracked down on more but still allow you to do it if you are living in the property.

Even if their online banking and technology is not as strong, the ability to take advantage of their ancillary banking services, most notably their real estate lending far outweighs any minor inconveniences. 

This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.

I don't think anyone goes to CA to invest, but a lot of residents invest local to keep the home-field advantage which is a valid point..

It is important to remember that a solid agent is not just opening doors for you, their biggest value would be in the negotiations and right now, buyers have a real advantage if one knows how to go about it.

Taking advantage of this investor friendly window would be worth it!

Unfortunately, there are times when being accommodating and making exceptions can lead tenants to take advantage of the situation.

They are taking advantage of what was affordable housing and making it less affordable while providing the least amount of services all just to provide the best return to investors.  

There are other ways to be part of the real estate industry besides being an investor and those may be more financially advantageous for you. 

I currently live and invest in the area and know my market but many of out of state investors get taken advantage of if there don't play an active role Detroit.