I am taking your advise, and switched my game plan to include a local agent or property manager to show the properties. 

They have the time frame and payment dates set but I’ll be sure to make sure things are going as planned.

I recall reading about it in CNBC...The quest for solid returns in our current market might feel daunting with interest rates where they are, but the good news is.. if you find the right deal and set clear criteria.. like a minimum cash flow target, or a plan for eventual refinancing.. your numbers can still work out.

She runs a business out of the homes.

I currently live in it as my primary residence but had plans to eventually rent it out and then cash out refi once I reach 20% equity in the property.

It would seem that turning a real estate training program into a successful business is very difficult because most of them are not around any more. 

Generally, a good property manager will make sure to do the following:- rollout a strong marketing plan - thorough application process - know the fair housing laws- have the vendor relationships to take care of any emergencies that could happen- dealing with late fees & evictions!

However, the Garn-St Germain Act lists nine situations in which due-on-sale clauses are notenforceable, including some transfers that may be relevant to your estate plan.

I would say my end goals would be some financial independence and also some business knowledge through transactions.

I use the terms -  "corporate furnished rentals",  "short-term rentals",  and talk about my target clients-  Business travelers, traveling nurses, traveling healthcare workers.#6  Knowledge -  Know why STR is better for the landlord than traditional rentals.