It sounds like you need a less advanced system which is totally not a bad thing, and Joe, although is awesome and a great asset to the industry, if inherently a slob-like dude, who before having success with this lease option stuff, had a "good enough" type of attitude... 

It will include a compact bathroom, a tiny kitchen area, and a heater—just the essentials to make it comfortable for someone to stay in.

And as an LP, I can do 75% of my due diligence from my desktop computer, the rest is going to the properties themselves, going to sponsor meetings, talking with other investors etc, which is a ton of fun. good luck :)  

@Allison Littman To structure the purchase creatively, you could split the $600k transaction into a $400k purchase agreement and a $200k charitable donation to the seller’s tax-exempt organization.

This can lead to increased financial freedom and a reduced environmental impact.

However, one of the other REITs I invested in quadrupled in price, and as a whole I’m $150,000 positive.  

Quote from @Miguel Del Mazo: Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Quote from @Miguel Del Mazo: We have 3 2/1 condos in our portfolio that attract traveling professionals (medical or otherwise) and a triplex that we essentially BRRR'd down to the studs.

You could also check what Realtors in your market are preferred agents here on BP- they should have at least a little experience with investing and a network built up. 

Combining short term rentals and a venue is a huge advantage because guests would not have to travel far and you could offer better rates as part of a event package.My current venue focuses more on baby showers, content creation and birthday celebrations rentals.

Depending on the costs and a build to rent approach could work if you'd be willing to hold the properties as rentals.