Maybe if i was 65 and wanted to get away and retire but still meet people, but I viewed it also as not sellable and as you mentioned at this time someone could have bought a piece of land for $50k or less and dropped tiny homes on it and saved 50%.

I am new to this platform.

This is despite there being other similar single-family home listings in the area that are not grouped in this way.I contacted Zillow about this issue, especially since when I search for my specific listing directly and click on the public view, it shows outdated information (e.g., old history) rather than listing it as available for rent.What is going on with Zillow’s listing display?

What is "unnecessary" and "ridiculous" are completely arbitrary - what you view as an "unnecessary" clause about primary residency is likely very necessary to a bank that does not lend on investment properties under the terms of the loan you are getting.

Check platforms like LoopNet, Realtor.com, Crexi, and BiggerPockets Marketplace.

., shifts in pricing, demand-supply changes).Analyze local or regional real estate data.Identify key economic indicators impacting the housing market.Stay ahead of demographic changes or migration trends.Do you have any go-to platforms, datasets, books, or even strategies that have been especially valuable?

You know that whatever they believe is just their point of view.

Many new investors gravitate towards the lower cost SFH's because they are easy to finance, abundant in many markets and are the easiest pathway to completing the BRRRR  which most new investors view as the ultimate real estate success story. 

I'm going to reduce my rent by $100 as this ratio seems abysmal (quite literally a 0% ratio in view-to-application). 

Look into markets with steady growth and affordable prices, like Indianapolis, Kansas City, or Chattanooga.You can build your team remotely by contacting property managers, realtors, and contractors online, though meeting in person can help strengthen relationships.Focus on your strategy (buy-and-hold, BRRRR) and use platforms like BiggerPockets to learn and connect with others.