So take that with a grain of salt.  

Paint throughout Added closet to make an official 2 bedroomRemoved 1 tree out front that was ruining drivewayAdded dishwasherPoured back patioAdded storage to laundry roomNew flooring throughout Remodeled BathroomNew doors, fixturesNew GE Slate AppliancesPoured new sidewalk out front, sealed foundation, fixed front patioWhat was the Outcome?

As stated above, most contractors won’t do a cost plus structure, but it is fair to say that you will be paying 20% or more beyond what it would cost if you GC yourself.Also, I can understand and appreciate the good intentions behind @Mitchell Zoll’s advice, however most contractors worth their salt will turn around and walk away (likely laughing) from a request like that.

I'm looking for out of state properties to invest in the 50-100k range and have come across places like Detroit, Salt Lake City and Cape Coral Florida.

I've build my portfolio and retired from the W2 by taking rules with a grain of salt.

However, remember that these are commissioned sales people who want to sell you a property -- take their advice with a grain of salt.

Is Seal beach or Manhattan beach a Better option  for STR? 

Keep plugging away and ask more questions here on bigger pockets and take everything people say with a grain of salt.

I've not managed a deal yet so take everything with a grain of salt. 

I currently reside outside of Salt Lake, Utah and recently finished and sold my first live in flip which generated some seed money for me to start investing in rental properties.I have been doing research on Wyoming markets such as Rock Springs and Laramie, but am interested in other markets as well.