It will depend on your preferences and how well you think you will tolerate having a room mate as you approach a new life with your partner.

Also, depending on the amount you get from your divorce, you might have more options. 

Experience depends on who you deal with - the cleaner the loan file and more organized your paperwork the smoother the process with any private lender.

Collecting rents is an art and a science.What you should depends on where they are with their late rents.

@Bryce JamisonI think it all depends on where you live.

I am a single individual, no dependents, only live and work in PA.

@Blair Ross Jr depends on how much experience you have with investing in rental properties.

Yes, generally speaking, depending on tenant class, it's best not to get too friendly with your tenants.

We have many efficincies under management with a ~10% vacancy rate with prices ranging from 485-625 depending on location property quality and amenities.

Depending on how long it takes you to save up the amount, you might want to also allow for inflation on that amount for your continued savings.[2]   Read Rich Dad poor dad.[3]   Think about getting a second job - possibly a temporary job - save a 100% of the money.Just my 2 cents.