Columbus still offers price points where you can buy solid single-family homes in the 120–180k range that hit the 1% rule and cash flow while also benefiting from strong long-term appreciation, which fits perfectly with a conservative, long-hold strategy.

I'm trying to think of different angles to make it work because the idea of house hacking and moving out and having renters cover the mortgage as the home appreciates seems awesome to me, but accounting for all expenses, I'm struggling to get even close. 

The numbers supported a clean spread, making it a strong fit for a quick-turn strategy.

I think a queen fitted sheet is $13 and flat sheet is $11 for commercial hotel quality sheets.

Real estate is a time-sensitive business, and opportunities don’t wait for someone’s availability.Personally, I prefer working with professionals who devote their full career and time to the business, rather than treating it as something they fit in around another job.

I've spent countless time looking to purchase a STR property in Florida and I can't seem to find anything that fits the numbers to get any sort of cash flow with 10-20% down!

We're new to looking at AirDNA numbers and assessing where we would fit.

I think you have a bit more leeway to look for a good fit for a tenant when you live in a unit rather than strictly following your criteria. 

I think asset management would be a better fit for me right now, but I feel I'd gain more practical knowledge through acquisitions (I would navigate them ethically, given my interest in the market).

John is absolutley right about intel, angles and negotiation.