Don't rule it out, happy to put you in touch with local NYC lenders that can make the deal work based on how much cash you want to put out. 

According to the local realtors I met with, the market here is very hot with little inventory.

I am from California and I am looking to get into the local market.

I'm also looking to network and connect with more investors locally, so I'll shoot you a friend request and maybe we can link sometime.

Check out my page & let me know if you have any more questions or need any help here locally. 

2) if you need a QI and you need an answer to this complex question reach out to @Dave Foster, he’s the go to expert in 1031’s.

Also not all houses would make a great STR, so getting local advice on location, size, etc would be beneficial.

Ideally, we want the entire process to be managed locally to Hawaii to maintain authenticity and manage logistics effectively (stamps from Hawaii and not the mainland).Unfortunately, I haven't found a local company on the Big Island that offers these services.

Looking for some new action and help ( if anyone has some experience and is interested in learning the rental game)My interests:Finding someone local to potentially set up short term rentals and managing themFinding someone local to manage maintenance on 100 property rental portfolio in Stark CountyFinding someone local with experience in the wholesale game to identify and lock down deals Finding someone local to work as a property management assistant Finding new deals (rentals, flips, re-sales)Finding people to drink cocktails with and talk real estate and sports Identifying buyers interested in purchasing rental properties in Canton Ohio that are rehabbed , city inspected and up to code with renters. $100k per property , $750 avg monthly rent ( ability to raise up to $1000) 

Check your local laws on this.