But I also sometimes think owning only 1 property in LA would be less stressful and a more reasonable mortgage payment would improve my quality of life.

Under bidding, poor quality, not following timelines - those will all kill your project.

Are their listings detailed with good quality photos?

I would base accepting them on asset quality. 

This attracts a higher-quality renter, ensures funds are available to maintain the home, and reduces the risk of major losses.

Dayton could be a good alternative, offering similar price points.To narrow your options further, consider factors like population and job growth, cash flow potential, and the quality of neighborhoods you’d feel comfortable investing in.

If you don’t have one already, try adding a video or virtual tour to attract more interest.Make sure your photos are high-quality and show the best features of the home.

There are plenty of investors out there already looking for quality management, just be that. 

Let them know that there will be routine quality control checks/inspections so that if your third party inspector finds any issues with quality, the GC will be responsible for paying for the correction.These are just some theories that I think will help and plan to implement when I operate out of state flips.

Best way to find cohosting gigs is to look for properties that should be performing well based on their location and quality of furnishings or amenities but cannot seem to get good reviews.