For example, suppose you need $5,000 per month today to maintain your current lifestyle.

.- ALso see if UTL companies have a Landlord Protectoin Program that will auto-transfer to your name instead of shutoff.

Example- I have access to propert information for every property in my State (Absentee; preforeclosure, mortgage rates,.....)

One example I came across recently was a lakefront home on Chickamauga Lake in Harrison that’s clearly marked as in the county rather than incorporated.

SEO is a long term game that will take 12 months minimum to see any benefit.

So, I suggest go find some rentals that rent for $2700-$3000 per month and then see if you can find similar properties for sale in the price range you think.

You need to speak with an attorney who operates in your state about your specific circumstances to see whether this provides any asset protection. 

It's nice to see there are some low-cost ways to automate the process! 

Some copy & paste info you may find useful:---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------You’re ALWAYS better off investing locally, where it’s easier to:Learn the marketNetwork to find dealsNetwork to find contractorsBe more hands-onDriveby property to keep tabs on itNetwork to find a decent Property Management Company (PMC)Next best location is somewhere else you lived, where you have an existing network of family & friends to help you as accomplish the above list as needed.If you invest OOS, your biggest challenge won't be finding properties to meet your goals on paper, it’ll be successfully outsourcing all of the above.The biggest mistake we see OOS investors making in our market, over and over again, is not fully understanding Neighborhood/Property/Tenant Classes and how they impact your probability of success!

So for example, for a small beach condo, I'll allow 2 night stays within 30 days, 3 night stays from 31-90 days out and then after 90 days I require 4 nights minimum.