Therefore, I think I'll be placing heavier emphasis on cash flow markets.

I think you should consider how to comply with the TCPA first.

I think this is a great idea Doug. 

If you think they'll shrug you off, you'll be surprised.As you figure out the best strategy for you and what these deals look like, you can start meeting with investor-friendly agents to help guide you further and start analyzing deals. 

I think we are already being generous.

If you have a property under contract at a great price, and a competitive bid scenario between multiple investors may be the right course of action, consult with a reputable real estate auction company.The auction company should be able to tell you pretty quick whether your deal is as good as you think it is.

I was beginning to think that VRBO is where you go when you've been kicked off the Airbnb platform for mischief. 

@Michael Baum I didn’t think about preparing for replacing the furniture.

Planning on the shaker white for the next house I get, as most people think it is a timeless look.

Think a good rule of thumb when investing out of state is to:1)  Talk to their sales team and get their top property/area recommendation2)  Do your own analysis on that area for population growth, crime, income.