I not all that familiar with the demand of Single Family Homes in Austin or Houston.

I'm not a developer but have assisted in helping individuals get projects developed who don't know where to start.What does the area need and what is in demand?

See Andy's post above.And Tax liens sales in PA are a completely different animal than they are in OH. 

You already know there is some demand for short term rental.

You may also want to look into airbnb as an option depending on if you're in a high demand area.

I have done some independent market research for three neighborhoods in town that are close to where I live and I expect to grow and increase value over the next ten years.Wilmington is of a certain size and is experiencing a boon in demand. 

Turn key is a good way and maybe the only way for a new out of state investor that has a demanding job and busy life and doesn't have the time, skills or inclination to do it on their own.

A service animal is not a PET. 

The suburbs continue showing strong demand and growth with inventory dipping to 1.7 months ("balanced" market is around 6.5 months) and a median sales price up 7% to $323,000 in December.

I'm looking for attorney referrals in Huntsville/ Harvest, Alabama initially for a demand letter and then to explore a lawsuit.