After the running the business successfully for 2 years, I got tired of driving 57 miles each way almost every weekend.   

Half of all plaintiffs received less than $24,000. 

To each their own but if I had a solid property, 2000 miles away, I would like to make sure that someone who I trust is taking care of it.

The $1800 does not come close to paying half of the $5400 piti.  

If your mom is ok with you owning half the house but not putting any money down then you should be fine.  

Dear NicoleFind a competent Estate Planning and or Probate Attorney in Dallas,,, Georgia,,,Pay for an hour consult,try and make friends and tell him what you are trying to do,,Take notes,get a business card and stay in touch,,,,,you'll be miles ahead,,,,,DD in Los Angeles

If needed, you can even offer a small incentive, like a half or a full month of free rent on a 17-20 month lease.

I have also dealt with thousands of sec8 across half a dozen MSA's, all different MSA's from James.

So my 5 bedroom new construction on top of the mountain with phenomenal views is lumped in with a 30 yr old 5 bedroom 1/4 mile away in the valley surrounded by trees.  

It's pretty common to get half a month's rent, which is then split between you and your brokerage.My best advice is to focus completely on finding a company or mentor who is at the top of their game and NOT AT ALL ON THE MONEY.