I want to start local then work my way out from there.

Still looking for someone that is available (ideally local or near to downtown Suffolk) for small jobs and such, that can take care of things that I cannot attend to. 

Or is it 10am in both places local time?

Hire an attorney and call the local DA.

We’ll only lend after we’ve met and gotten to know you just a little, you must be a full-time house flipper, and you must have a good deal; for which we provide specific criteria.Obviously, this only works locally, and it would be impractical if we had to deploy many tens of millions out of a fund.

As I said these "number of days" can change and float as needed but in my world its not only reasonable but common and customary for TT's to have free rent during buildout.for reference we are traditionally doing $500K - $800K build-outs in grocery anchored retail centers. 

Yes this strategy works great especially if the numbers don't work locally.

To get a good rental income, be sure to check who you rent to very well, write a clear rental contract, take a security deposit, make a smooth way to get rent, keep the house in good shape, think about getting landlord insurance, keep talking to your renters, and follow local rules strictly.

Just ensure that your increases comply with local rental laws and regulations. 

Your answer would be it depends on a million things.Like the specific property, its condition, location to desirable areas, local STR regulations etc.We would need much more detail to be able to help.