I’m currently doing some research on other markets within a few hours of myself and leaning towards the Virginia Beach area as a decent start for buy and hold.

I'm leaning more towards wholesaling it, what do BP WORLD think?

Even then I don't know what I am doing so I am leaning towards buying a decent property that needs very little work (thoes aint cheap).  

I literally almost fell out of the loft during the walk through because I leaned against the railing, and it was only secured to the wall with finishing nails!

But, just wanted to say they have changed a lot over time and they are nationwide and their approach is different in each state so don't write them off based on a read through the forums.I bought quite a few properties from them back in 2011-2013 and then they seemed to morph and start trying to sell everything for market price or above.But then late last year I noticed in Georgia they started actually running some of the courthouse foreclosures which made the sales much more convenient for me.

We're also in North Las Vegas so that may be a nice convenience for you as well.  

At this time I'm leaning towards turnkey properties to start. 

If you have questions related to financing/ mortgages feel free to contact me at your convenience & I'm always happy to help as this is my specialty

I am leaning toward a flip and the process may take between 6-8 months.  

I'm leaning towards leaving as little equity in it and letting the equity build up again over time through principle pay-down (with renter's money!)