Stats can be foundhttps://www.ramaui.com/housing-statisticsOr for all islands herehttps://www.hawaiirealtors.com/resources/housing-trends-2/Your realtor can produce more specific stats on your area of interest.

We are General Contractors and part of why my cost for the conversion is so low is because we have the resources to pay at cost and the property is located in a county with lower labor costs than other parts of California.

Great resource for advertising your property, but not so great for screening. 

If there are any books, podcasts, or resources you think are essential, please share them!

Purchase price: $86,000 Cash invested: $2,500 After being done with Rich Dad, Poor Dad, several podcasts (including bigger pockets), and other resources we were desperate to take action.

I can connect you with some resources that might help.

A good team can make or break your ability to navigate that effectively.If you’re considering out-of-state investing, I'd be happy to share some resources on getting started and making it work for your goals.Hope that helps!

Quote from @Kyle Schachsieck: Thank you all for the information and additional resources!

Another good read is Optimize Your Airbnb By Daniel Vroman Rusteen.

Pick a market that: (a) meets this above,    (b) is a place people want to live,     (c) you have the resources to do what you do there ie PM's and quality agents.