I have found Memphis to be a little too pricey to consistently cash flow now though.

I'm unsure of what their tool stack consists of but I would presume it to include data associated with an estimate regarding how frequently specific keywords are searched for on these platforms (and potentially broken down by market).

Learn how to consistently hit singles and doubles over a long period of time.

This team consists of an Investor Focused Agent, Lender, Contractor, and PM.Read this article on the "core 4".

That's pretty much the only way you can consistently get higher than market rent via S8.Also, don't make the mistake of assuming the S8 voucher amount is 100% for rent.

@William Vreeland, Nashville to Knoxville is a 3 hr drive, so unless you family is consistently in Knoxville, I am not sure how having family in one city is beneficial to investing in another.  

For out-of-state networking, I'd focus on engaging regularly in BP forums (like you're doing now), joining virtual meetups in your target markets, and connecting with active BP members who consistently provide value here. 

But beyond that, Texas offers consistent population growth and strong job markets, which create ongoing demand for housing and commercial spaces.

We still own property in Texas, and the pricing here for renovation and maintenance is consistently 1.8-2x what we pay in Houston and Central TX. 

Be consistent with your lead generation efforts.