@Bud Gaffney ok cool, I was always a Zillow person, time to try different websites.

Not a clear picture of the person.3.

Are you not required to personally guarantee the loan, when you typically would with a bank?

The person doesn't have to be a coach by profession but just someone who is experienced and willing to mentor. 

The amount of rent is based on the AMI which can be found here in this handy chart:https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/sdhcd/rental-assistance/income-limits-ami/so the calculation looks like this:For a 1BR unit (2 person household) at the very low income level you could charge a max of 1/12 of 30% of $48,500 or $1,212.5 per month.Also, in the agreement that I've seen (which was for a different City in CA) there were some restrictions against students.  

Maybe personal loan from a bank or credit union, friends and family.

Please help Hi Josh, I personally love Columbus Ohio and as someone who works with a lot of out of state investors - there's so many catalysts for why you should invest here.

Determining whether the venture falls under a service or rental business hinges on the provision of substantial services; for instance, if a bed and breakfast service is offered, it must be reported on Schedule C, triggering a 15.3% self-employment tax.Moreover, personal use plays a crucial role in the classification of the property.

It was within a 4 hour drive of my house and I was able to visit it personally How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

For local connections I’d recommend checking out the RI Real Estate Investors Group.They meet once a month in person for members and with another virtual meeting each month open to non-members too.I’ve been a member since 2003 and generally found it worthwhile.