More specifically, Garland, Rockwall, and Waxahachie.

Another twist to mitigate would be to build one of your homes specifically to use as a model home. 

They are elementary at best and NOT tailored to the clients’ specific needs or interests which should have been conveyed to us at the beginning.

That, or do medium or short term rentals (neighborhood and condition specific though, doesn't work for every property). 

Once you have this team in place, you should be able to invest in any market confidently.As for picking a specific market - I would go after one with an increasing job and population growth.

This residency requirement would apply for a specific period, so it's important to be aware of its potential impact on your plans.Its important to carefully evaluate the distinct investment opportunities offered by Colorado and Florida.

While I do not know the specifics of the purchase or exact location, I understand the Philadelphia market well enough to place this property in a lower tier neighborhood based on the ARV Mario shared.

I reside in Massachusetts and my boyfriend and I want to purchase a vacation home in a specific resort in Davenport FL.

Any specific blogs, people or places I need to plug-in to learn?

Be careful - follow the laws specific to your area.