Added exterior security gate, painted exterior, purchased new ss appliances.

We are looking for a photographer in the Orlando area for a large home in Champions Gate. 

A normally overlooked aspect of construction/development is not comparing the opportunity cost of getting into another property in less time and less money out the gate, so keep that in mind.

@Garret Anthony Central Ohio has some great opportunities for the long term...and C-class value add MF is the way to go...finding the deal is the hard part....most agents and wholesalers are looking in the 1-4 unit range by default...I would recommend buying as many units as you possible can out of the gate...don't fool around with duplexes if you have $200k to spend...it will take longer, but a deal that meets your criteria will come along...or a possible partnership with a like minded investor that can put some skin in the game...

There are some parts of the Poconos that have gone downhill a bit, while there are other areas, especially near lakes or in gated areas that are doing great. 

That being said, investors need to keep in mind they need cash for both purchase and renovations as the property won't cash flow enough right out of the gate to cover those capitol expenditure needs right away.This probably sounds depressing for many investors looking to invest in Colorado Springs.

Yes I do not want to come out of the gates swinging and appear desperate.

There are multiple strategies that can work to make single-family homes house hack for great returns right out of the gate (rent by the room, split level turned duplex, short-term rentals etc.)

@Robin Brown  The first property out of the gate was not $800K. 

There is an HOA ($125/month) which takes care of the community gate, dog park and pool.