Are you seeing what you do have in Kentucky showing strong appreciation? 

With its lower price points and strong rental demand, it’s becoming a favorite among BRRRR investors.

Staying local and house hacking—especially now, before kids—gives you so much flexibility to set yourselves up for long-term success.Your financial foundation is super strong, and house hacking a quad sounds like an amazing first step for you two.

Most hard money lenders base their terms on the deal’s equity and your experience, so with a solid flip track record like yours, you should be able to find better leverage — especially if the deal has a strong ARV.What's the ARV on the property?

Stay away from Philly as their laws are as tricky as NYC's.I would strongly recommend you purchase something within an hours drive from you so you can learn on the job as a landlord. 

By building strong connections and sharing knowledge, we can support each other's journeys and uncover new pathways to success.Moreover, let's not forget the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

And Stay consistent, wholesaling takes time, but the more deals you look at, the better you get.As a fellow wholesaler working to build strong relationships and find good deals, I can tell you that being honest, doing your research, and staying patient is the key.

Starting with the Right PropertyGiven that this is your first STR and you’re planning to manage remotely, I’d suggest focusing on a market with a strong local infrastructure for short-term rentals—like Panama City Beach or Destin.

I am looking to network and build a strong business relationship with a local real estate agent.

Look for a mid-sized PM company with a strong local presence.