And my experience was 18 months at best for term .. some went longer of course but many just went the first 12 months then moved and left a semi trashed house. 

You will likely have trouble finding real estate listed online for that coast since it is really pre-development. 

@Ivan Cortez, of course she is shocked that you mention eviction!

and I'm still sitting here trying to figure out how I can classify all my income as tips.

So, this whole "you must live in the property for 1 year" claim that we see online seems to be completely baseless.

Quote from @Robert Gunn: I would also be very interested in hearing student or JV experiences with Pete and his program.I stumbled upon him by chance and for fun (I've been investing in land for years) signed up for his "free" course, which he promises after he pitches his $499/mo software system (which is basically an overpriced CRM) and then after the first "Level" in the course, you are directed to a pay page to access the rest of the "free" course.  

If you want the best rate, I would find the cheapest online lender you can find where you are number 37 out of 70 for the month.

Of course, you would need to do your own research and due diligence when purchasing a company but perhaps that's a way to get involved in the trades in the owners seat.

The only 110v dryers I see online are small portable units.

Of course!