So I can see why 1,2, and 4 would be more stable moving forward. 

Rents can easily double or triple in these areas.Take for instance the example I gave for my property where the rent moved up from $500 per month to $2k per month in 20 years.As an example, if you were renting that apt and you invested in a stable cashflowing Investment that made you $200 per month out of state where your cashflow is steady over a 20 year period, this is a LOSING situation.

Kansas City has high returns and a very stable market.

Design is a HUGE competitive advantage for us because most flippers in our market go into Home Depot (or similar) and pick off the shelf.  

That's why I recommend doing something less exciting but a lot more stable for your first investment.

I have money to put down on a hard money loan currently trying to go through a private money lender because I have good credit and a stable job as well so I'm looking for properties while applying for lines of credit 

MF gives you a more stable platform for long term holding.

I want to know if there a rental and a stable job demand?  

The property is stable (no repairs, no differed maintenance, tenants are great) and is in a very desirable area for families wiht great schools, first-time homebuyers, and appreciating well.    

I've never done Airbnb or VRBO as a guest or host, but I know it can be a great niche for many.This specific property could generate $8,000- $10,000 per month in the Summer months (Memorial day - Labor Day) and should be able to get stable monthly rents of around $2,300 off-season.Can anyone comment on the success of their Summer vacation rentals?