Memphis Invest may charge more initially but they look like they're here to stay and I'm happy to grow into nicer cash flow. 

Smiths Falls is very interesting for this type of thing right now - lots of relatively well off people moving out there to grow weed.

And as long as the property is cash flowing even just $100/mo per door or unit, even though that isn't much, it is like a free $100/mo and plus the equity is growing. 

I've read over and over again on the forums if you live on the west coast just invest out of state, but I would prefer to get started around Seattle to grow a portfolio.Very excited about this venture and entering the realm of REI.

Simmons, owner of KCS, PC, and certified public accountant for over 25 years, is known for telling it like it is while also educating those who seek to grow and improve their businesses.

Growing until something bad happens haha

Start with a small investment and keep it growing and you will learn the most while already investing. 

Goal is to grow the number of doors , for long term cashflow.Currently have one cash flowing unit and a primary residence.

I have no liabilities or debts.I’m looking to buy my first “investment” property in 1 of 2 areas, each of which is growing rapidly,From what I understand if I am to qualify for a low money down FHA loan I have to live in the primary residence for 1 year before being able to rent it out.

In your area, you might consider https://emeraldcoastbyowner.com - a number of hosts that I'm in touch with report good results.I'm further south (Tampa Bay) and also list on https://www.floridarentalbyowners.com/ and https://www.floridarentals.com - have had some inquiries but no bookings yet.I'd also recommend getting your own web site set up so you can accept direct bookings, particularly from repeat guests - we've been doing this for a few years now and our repeat bookings continue to grow year over year, and having a direct-booking option has worked well for us.If you're not interested in setting up your own web site and booking back-end, maybe take a look at https://www.houfy.com/ set up a listing and refer your repeat guests to your Houfy listing.