Its affordability and median home price below the national average make it attractive for investors seeking high returns.

When it comes to investing, I will say that as you come from a high cost of living state to yet another (though it might not feel as much like that given that your coming from CA!

The quotes I am getting are very high .

We only carry E.I. on our primary residence, not our rentals, and am considering dropping it altogether because the deductible is so high.

With that said, there does not seem to be a high demand for travel nurses in general.

Third, I would not pursue the ADU route if you have a high income and demanding W2.

@Carolyn McBride this is HIGHLY dependent on where you are in the country. 

With interest rate so high - 7.2% in my case.

Highly recommend getting additional inspections (termite/mold/foundation/roof) if needed to assess the condition. 

High income earners may be subject to an additional 3.8% tax called the net investment income tax on both short-and-long term capital gains.So, yes, if your only objective to avoid capital gain and pocket the profit (not to do 1031 exchange or QOZfund), then stretching it to 2 years is your best option.