Make sure your losses are not limited under PAL.

For now I will continue to study and save money to have more down payment for when it will be time to buy.

My limited experience with the Gurus is that are very rarely price competitive and target newer buyers.

Despite the closures, Phoenix's retail sector remains strong, supported by robust demand and limited new construction.

And in fairness, not worth doing if you're not making more than that anyway.If he does something like this and it exceeds the SGA (Substantial Gainful Activity) limit he would lose his disability right? 

Study and read your local lease templateRead, read, read.Watch youtube videos online of some basic building and construction.

Does Illinois have % increase limitations?

Consider the potential risks like higher insurance rates and any limitations on renovations due to FEMA’s rules.

Hi @Lake Bradford, there are some properties that are still available for rental and you can limit your search to those or you can consider buying and once you decide if you want to move elsewhere, sell the condo and take the equity/appreciation and invest in a home elsewhere. 

Quote from @Katie Nolan: Here's the Oregon Landlord - Tenant Law: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/bills_laws/ors/ors090.htmlHere's a handbook that may be easier to understand: https://oregonlawhelp.org/resources/landlord-tenant-law-oreg...If you're going to be successful, particularly in a heavily regulated state, then I recommend you study the law regularly.