Preferred strategy: BRRRR.

Preferably a CCIM.  

I prefer to control this aspect.

@Kathie Riedel I would prefer thursday because i get paid but if thats the day that your coming down thats fine.

You can also find cash flowing markets in Upstate it depends on your preference.

If you prefer better neighborhoods, you should consider 2 or 3 families (a duplex with a 3rd attic unit).

Having just recently moved to out of state, I've decided to jump back in the REI life and make a niche business for myself thats based around owner finance deals in my currently new market of Houston, TX.

Yes I've considered SAC but for me personally I don't have a lot of time i want to dedicate to managing properties myself and so I prefer passive investing and relying on PMs.

I prefer to be proactive in this regard, and I use an LOC to have the cash available if/when needed...if I haven't sold  the property before I get hit.Proactive for me means I cover the following costs:1 - Roof - When I buy...if it looks like it will need replacing within a few years. 

Seasonal renting for furnished units: do you prefer month to month, entire season, or week to week?