If a deal aligns with your financial goals and makes sense in the broader context, don’t let rigid rules hold you back.

If you’re looking for an REI strategy state your financial objectives, resources and time frame and ask for suggestions.  

Ive worked with them before for another displaced family and it was great, they even adjusted the rate mid stay and was a big financial win for me. 

The 70% sounds appetizing but 70% of nothing is still nothing, so make sure you clarify all the financials, insurance for damages, etc.

I'm hoping to broaden my real estate literacy and savvy, as well as learn how to source, evaluate, and secure sponsors and deals that meet my financial goals.

A really nice home with some extra touches (a little granite, better flooring, nicer paint job, nicer cabinets, etc.) compared to the area will make potential tenants fall in love with the place.  2) Tenants that bring or can swing their own appliances are more financially stable (or just stable in general, ha!)

It doesn't make financial sense to try to rent out a 1BR MH, especially when they have to pay lot rent on top of that.

I've been finishing up my Financial Planning degree at the University of Alabama.

To scale, I’d focus on defining financial goals, targeting specific property types, diversifying, and building a solid network.

If they don't you personal financial situation plays a bigger part in securing a loan.