I tried to put the pieces together to build a solid team out there but it's really tough unless you have someone local to help you run it or are willing to drive back and forth.

Put in a French drain that runs around 150 linear feet.6.

If you’re open to taking a closer look at Memphis, I’d be happy to run numbers for you on some properties that match your goals.

You have to walk before you can run and it takes dedication and work. hope this helps. 

Turn on any home renovation show, and you’ll see investors turning run-down properties into stunning dream homes—selling them for a hefty profit.

I have friend who has a running joke that I cannot even get on one.

Oh, one more thing to be wary of, section 8 contracts states that if you have long running issue and not fixing it, not only can they stop the rent payment for that unit, but for every unit in that property.and another one. 

Run your numbers and then revisit!

I’ve run into this many times on deals I acquired and rehabbed utilizing hard money.  

Short term rentals do get more money, but also cost more to run and require more time.