I closed on my house in North Carolina in July of 2015.

However, it started to get a bit tough since he is no longer in communication with neither me nor the seller and he is living in the house.

., generally speaking, every North East Atlanta suburban market will be tough to find and acquire cash flow deals (especially with current rates).

I am a licensed REALTOR / Broker in the state of North Carolina and I'd love to help you find your next investment!

North Jersey is very town by town so tough to say more without additional details. 

I work with many investors in North Georgia who are building their portfolios with long-term rentals, often by purchasing distressed properties or those that need a bit of work.

Hi Bigger Pockets, I have successfully flipped 12 homes in North Carolina sight unseen while living abroad.

Not sure what the layout looks like or location - but in a solid location, which I'm assuming since it's an STR, you should be able to in the ball north of $800-1000 per room and even more so for the rooms with private baths.

Yes Virginia Beach area and the outer banks in North Carolina 

And don't think North Jersey will work.