@Robert Morris it can work - until it doesn't via a lawsuit.Challenges:1) They are NOT professionals2) They are not licensed, so may cause you legal headaches3) They won't have insurance, so what happens when their actions lead to a lawsuit?

Or buy a fixer upper and work on renovating (valuable learning experience if damage not too extensive) during college years then sell and keep up to $250,000 tax free profit as your primary residence allows.

HE HAS CAUSED PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL DAMAGE TO ME!! 

The hurricane will cause a little delay and its year end so its not the best time but land always has interested buyers. 

This is in FL and the lease says "We will not be liable for any damages, loss, or injury to persons or property occurring within your dwelling or upon the premises.

And the damage is done.  

@Renee CossRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a Class A property in Class D area, what quality of tenant will you get?

The reason people are buying is because Intel, Amazon, and Google are all investing causing property prices to skyrocket. 

Hi @Joseph Shuster, hope you didn't sustain any damages from the recent flooding in Tennessee.

Falling due to construction debris is a leading cause.