Competition would be high in the popular cities but so would the appreciation and rental demand.

But, my duplex house-hack and rentals were probably a better choice for me based on my finances and other life pursuits when I got into real estate within the last 2 years.

I'll be shocked if you can actually get much cash flow out of them (unless you are putting 50%+ down payment) once you factor in the taxes and high HOA fees but sounds like this is more of a lifestyle choice.

Then they can make their own choice if they're willing to wait if you have to go through an eviction to get them out. 

My question is, what ways would there be to BRRRR /flip a property is let’s say I were to get out of the Navy or pursue a new career choice?

Is Memphis not the right choice now in 2021?

I think the key here is choice of market.

., causes far too many to get in the game before they're ready and therefore they make bad choices with their hiring.

This can be very expensive and is usually the worst choice to make because you can't justify the cost.2.

3) Use the equity to buy another house and look in to short term rentals in the surrounding popular areas like Island Park and Driggs Idaho?