Need to move in immediately is a red flag to understand.Responsible tenants usually plan their moves and thus need to give notice to their old landlord and also are proactive in lining up a new property substantially before the move day arrives. 

I didn't see a budget line item for furnishings, interior design, and amenities.

It seems where you've chosen to move doesn't line up with your goal of reaching financial freedom?

So your best bet is to put yourself in their shoes and shop around just like they would be.Also, some markets are definitely seasonal, and your market rent could change drastically from winter to spring/summer.

Bottom line is politicians don't care about you or your tenant.

I bet it would hardly move the needle.

Bottom line....sounds like a scam. 

Single-family homes, however, appeal to investors and homebuyers, giving them broader market demand and more potential for appreciation.The bottom line: When deciding between multi-family and single-family properties, focus on actual net cash flow, not dogma.

Real estate investors do not get lines of credit from a bank.

Maybe time the trip to line up with some local REIA meetings and see what other local investors think about price, timing, etc.?