I suspect virtually all local RE investors will do well with a hold of 10 years or longer.Note prior to 2022, the cash flow picture was very different.  

I haven't done it since prior to the pandemic so maybe virtual or online options now but I used to bring interior pics of my rentals which were in excellent neighborhoods but clearly modest, builder's grade as well information on recent sales I felt were true comps.

It sounds like you’re handling this with a clear head, which is huge.Given the numbers you’ve provided, I agree with others that selling seems like the most practical path—especially since holding or refinancing could lead to more monthly losses, and you’re already carrying a hard money balance that’s tough to offset with the projected rent.That said, if you’re still marketing the property, here are a couple quick thoughts to possibly improve traction:Highlight the recent renovations clearly in the listing—buyers often overlook rehab work if it’s not framed in a compelling way.Consider incentives like a rate buy-down or closing cost credit if it helps move things faster.If the property is vacant, staging or even virtual staging could go a long way in helping buyers connect emotionally with the space.And as Jackson mentioned, short-term or mid-term rental income (if zoning allows) could help offset holding costs while you wait for a buyer.Most importantly, you’ve learned a ton from this deal—and that will pay off down the road, even if this one doesn’t finish the way you hoped.

You can use census.gov or city-data.comYou might want to hire a virtual assistant to complete the data entry for you.This a good article to help guide you in what you want to look for and where to find it. https://investingte.com/an-easy-way-to-find-trending-locatio...

The other one of them is a really unique property that has a 1925 sqft Mill home (built in 1920) which has a butlers quarters so, the house is already virtually divided with two kitchens and two separate living quarters.

I keep hearing of people doing the virtual wholesaling but I feel like it might be hard to grasp without doing some local deals to learn the process.

I will say if you hold it for more than 5 years in virtually every market you will be glad you made the purchase and the effort and sacrifices will be worth it.  

I love the virtual accounts aspect and how easy interface is to use, but can't justify making the switch without visibility into a balance sheet.

Quote from @Ignatius Okeke: I'm seeking to hire a virtual assistant with expertise in cold calling potential home sellers.

He’s actually doing virtual events now due to covid where he teaches the same stuff I paid for for a fraction of the price I paid.