I think in the past, I've let what I "know" get in the way of what I can learn so this time, I'm just going to learn everything.

It does seem like I was thinking about it wrong.

I think with about $5-$6K in funds you should be able to recoup the initial investment in 60-180 days. 

I would love a ideas on what you think might be best to do in the current market and may even be interested in partnering with someone if the numbers work for both parties.

What do you think about a Driving for Dollars tool like Deal Machine?

I also handle any inspections needed before the opening of a site.

Maybe even college housing.I would think that maybe splitting it into two units might be more profitable.

I think throw the baby out with the bathwater window in this preposterous suggestion is going to be financing requires a large down payment, and the irresponsibility on the renters part regarding asset management to comply with the loan.Just my 2 cents! 

And hopefully I get older, richer, enjoy life a little more without thinking about how much money we could be getting if the place was rented instead of us staying. 

You don't think you're reinventing the wheel over there or something do you?