Which one (usually, and I understand it's not simple) has a better resale and long-term potential?

@Jason Babos As long as you plan to use a property management company and the numbers on the deal pencil, I don't think it's too much to handle for a first deal. 

If anyone could help me get a mortgage or point me in the right direction, I would really appreciate it.Hello Rico,You could try to find homes where the seller is willing to offer seller financing or rent to own terms so you do not require a bank loan.We do a lot of creative financing deals in several different markets.Feel free to reach out with questions. 

It will also depend on your goals short and long term and why you're investing. 

I am based out of Los Angeles and I’m working on a long distance BRRRR deal in the hilltop area of Columbus, OH.

Does anyone have suggestions for who would write a policy for me given I have let them lapse a long time ago? 

Try a long term lease option. 

You might be better off financing this with a short term fix and flip loan.

Yes, you can give notice any day of the month and end on any day of the month, as long as you provide the appropriate amount of notice.

As I grow and expand my business, I would like to start doing most, if not all, of my direct mail in-house to save mailing costs in the long term.