A few questions a lender would ask you based on this post.

Based on what you shared, if you are competing with wholesalers you are likely in the most competitive price point space on the MLS.

What are the top 3 things you look for from an investor stand point when analyzing a deal before deciding to jump on it?

I'm open to hear thoughts and opinions on best markets in those 2 states (or any other promising markets based on the criteria I outlined above) that I should focus on as a first-time investor.

Hey guys I wanted to jump on and get some insight on ways to get my deals funded.

All that being said I love living in the area it is close to Destin and the bases and very close to the water, much of the city is walking distance to a the water. 

Thousand Oaks, Stone Oak, Encino Park, Bulverde, etc) Schertz/Cibilo (not far from military bases, easy access to Austin/New Braunfels, up and coming/ many new nice neighborhoods) If the price range is  $175-250, I would look near Sea world and the west side.

Exploring creative financing options like portfolio loans leveraging combined property income, hard money loans based on property equity, private money lending from investors, or negotiating seller financing for new property acquisitions could offer viable alternatives to support your investment goals.

Okay just to keep things in perspective, I think Pacific Heights - fictional Hollywood thriller not based on a true story - is a great example of  "1990 in cinema" or "Films featuring Melanie Griffith," but maybe  not a great example of what happens when you wait a day or two to figure out a best course of action to deal with people. 

Then jump on landglide or onx and find out who owns the property. idaho, especially ada and canyon county has some funny development laws but a lot split would be possible.