Visitors could combine a beach and city holiday all in one and a beach holiday there would be less expensive than on the most popular islands.

Doing some research in 2-3 states and wondering what are the best areas in your state to look at properties for purchase that would encompass most of these:-Ability to get a few acres (don't need 100, but say 3-5)-Home that can come with land suitable for small hobby farm/homesteading type stuff (couple of horses, maybe small garden, etc.)

It's usually a good idea to look for rental properties that require little to no rehab because of the timeframe needed to get a property rent ready before marketing it to find suitable tenants.Hope this helps. 

One person per room, no children, no overnight visitors, etc. 

@Anthony SwainMore and more young people prefer house hacking because it is financially flexible and suitable for those with student loans or other obligations.

Here are some common financing options:Traditional Mortgage: Obtain financing from banks with a down payment, paying off over time with interest.Hard Money Loans: Short-term loans with higher interest rates, often from private investors, suitable for quick acquisitions or credit-challenged investors.Private Money Lenders: Individuals or groups offering direct loans, with terms negotiated privately.Seller Financing: Buyers make payments directly to sellers over an agreed period, with terms negotiated between parties.Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC): Borrow against existing property equity with a revolving credit line, typically offering flexibility.Real Estate Crowdfunding: Pool funds with other investors via online platforms for various real estate projects, offering diverse investment opportunities.1031 Exchange: Defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting sale proceeds into similar properties within a specific timeframe, useful for tax optimization.REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts): Invest indirectly in real estate through publicly traded companies, offering liquidity and diversification.Joint Ventures/Partnerships: Collaborate with other investors to share resources and risks, leveraging each other's strengths for larger projects.Subject To Financing: Buy a property subject to the existing mortgage that's in place on the property (doesn't get paid off when the property sells).Assumable Mortgage: Buy a property and assume the mortgage that the seller already has in place.Lease Option: Rent a property with the option to buy it prior to a later date.Debt Service Credit Ratio (DSCR): A loan approved based on the income potential of the propertyThese options cater to different investor needs, preferences, and financial situations, providing flexibility in real estate investment strategies.Thanks,

Here is an example: https://s3.amazonaws.com/lni-zoning-pdfs/219-139331.pdfYou can then upload this document to their Lead Cert portal (link above)Once you have your rental License:- You need to deliver to the tenant a Rental Suitability Cert.

Given your preferences and priorities, Philadelphia may indeed be the more suitable choice for you.Landlord Friendliness: Philadelphia has landlord-friendly laws compared to some other cities.

Along with a vibrant art scene, restaurants & easy walking it attracts year-round visitors seeking fly fishing, white water rafting, kayaking, skiing & snowboarding that is off the beaten path..

74 Million visitors last year to Orlando, is hardly the wasteland you are trying to peddle.