Then use the extra roommate rent income to pay down your mortgage and look to refi to a lower payment in the future (3-5 years) - so it cashflow when you move out.You could also choose the smaller unit and STR the other unit to generate more cash to pay down your mortgage and refi, so it cashflows when you move out.Bottom line: you'll have to get creative to solve your cashflow challenge!

However, as @Chad Hale mentioned, only if you can afford it - meaning both financially and mentally (e.g. how stable are both of your jobs, how long will it take you or your husband to find a replacement job, how much you have in reserves, and whether you guys are in a position to withstand that mental stress, etc.)When you mention 8k monthly, I am assuming that's net profit?

The insights gained from these projects have validated our initial assumptions about cost savings and construction efficiency.Future Vision:We're now developing a complete senior community model that combines:Affordable container homesCommunity-focused designSustainable practicesScalable business modelInvestment Perspective:From my fund management experience, I see three key advantages:Lower capital requirements than traditional developmentFaster time to marketMultiple revenue streams (sales, community fees, services)I'm sharing this to start a discussion and get feedback from the BP community.Questions for discussion:What challenges do you see in this model?

I eventually want to buy a house but I think as a novice this will give me some experience and the opportunity to learn the challenges that I will need to overcome once I do buy my property. 

New built for starting out could be a bit challenging.

That said, there's quite a few homes in that area that have that challenge (no driveway/street parking).

Only challenge (as you and others have touched on) is scalability.

Challenges?

The challenge is, I’m not familiar with the local market—or the Mississippi market in general.Does anyone have insight into the market in this area or know of investors interested in properties in western Mississippi?

@Charles GranjaWhile you certainly make valid points, I’ve come to realize that this unscrupulous company is quite devious, and getting things transferred from them could be a challenge.