Quote from @Brandon Vukelich:If you buy a vacation rental in Hawaii, then you're tied to that location.

Unless y'all have an incredible W2 to help with the purchase, you will not find something that "works" in the Triangle and in a good/safe location.

Location shouldnt matter too much for the lender.

But, it may not offer the ROI as other locales, and it may not be "fun" like buying in a favorite vacation spot.2 - The highest ROI folks - Self explanatory, will go where ROI is high and/or regulation low.3 - The second home/retirement minded - These people are looking for minimal ROI but want the house in a specific location because they like to use the property and want it to pay for itself.

And the most important thing LOCATION,LOCATION , LOCATION . 

Where is your property located?

Your new place should turn into your new business location as well. 

Would need to know about locations of your buildings and current rents to see if there is anything that can be done now to get numbers a bit better.

At over 4000 sq ft, I'm surprised you won't be able to list for a much higher number to net a decent profit, but without knowing more specifics on the house and location, I am speculating here. 

Would you mind sharing the locations you mentioned?