Investors are usually willing to let lifestyle living take a back seat while they begin their investment journey so that in the not to distant future they can be living the life style they desire with less stress.  

If it is the seller, are you confirming they added builders risk coverage and all other insurance is suitable?

Price, taxes, location and life style continue to be the big attractions.

Holy hell a squatting problem so bad they hire security teams to go in military style?

Considering this constraint, I am contemplating an alternative approach: constructing a fourplex on a suitable piece of land.With a capital investment of 25%, I am curious about the financial viability of this strategy.

The reasons being, rent by room is technically a boarding home style of operation, think halfway house, elderly care facility, childrens home, etc. 

squatters are in for a rude awaking .I posted about what Las Vegas has allowed to happen to squatters  IE using private security to boot them out military style.

Hey Isaiah,As someone who also is in a market that is HCOL and not very suitable for a househack, I have also thought of this.

This will help you build a positive relationship with potential tenants and increase the likelihood of finding a suitable renter.Utilize social media: Share your Zillow rental listing on social media platforms to increase its visibility and reach a wider audience.

You can also seek advice from lenders and brokers on finding a suitable real estate mentor, most will be able to provide one.