If you're new to investing, keeping an eye on property taxes and HOA fees in this area is also key. 

You could certainly reach this demographic, but it could also cost you substantially more than the return.For the money, your best bet is probably a dedicated website for your property with the key words that you want to convey.

As long as you express the key details of tenant information, lease dates, along with any standard information to vacate, and clear language of "non-renewal".

Given the photo of that fix/flip, I assume you're OK with a "fixer upper" or would you prefer a turn-key rental?

I currently work with investors building their portfolio with Turn Key investments.

the trend that you are seeing in your market I think is more nationwide and you are absolutely right about building relationships with agents and wholesalers to have a good dealflow. 

And what is your price point and are you looking for turn-key properties or something along the lines of a "fixer upper"?

If you go RBTR, here are a few key criteria I've seen to assure comfort of living and lower vacancy / turnover:- at least 400sqft per tenant and no more than 2 tenants to 1 full bath -excess parking where folks aren't blocking each other in and you're not getting complaints from your neighbors about overtaking the street parking.

Tax planning is the key!

If you want to use a retirement account to invest in real estate the key is to avoid the tax and withdrawal penalties.