Can you give us some numbers/details on the properties?

Quote from @Samuel Coronado: Huntsville long term will get a better % ROI than Atlanta.

Since you’re planning a mix of long-term and short-term rentals, keeping detailed records and setting up a solid system for managing finances early on will be key.

Do you think you will be in TN long term?

and, with interest rates high, it's very, very difficult to cash flow right now in the short term. 

I would find a loan officer that does both conventional and FHA renovation loans to compare which has better rates and terms for your situation.

I am more likely to take a risk, but i suspect when my husband is out from under a controlling baby mama, he won’t mind a little risk either.I love Texas, try to vacation there often and my husband is aligned with Texas farm property as a ten year long term goal.I’m also passionate about the trades and if i could do it all again I’d be part owner of some kind of builder or remodeler or specialty trades business. 

@Don MillerThanks for sharing the details of your project! 

Property values here have a steady history of growth, making it a reliable market for long-term investment.2.Tenant-Friendly Laws: While this might seem like a challenge for landlords, tenant-friendly laws create a stable rental market.

@Josh Otero not being consistent, the devil is in the details.