There are many many ways to do REI and he can deploy that cash in any number of ways to generate income - but not all will be passive - so he needs to research what kind of investment is best suited to his goals.

However, I’m optimistic that there are homes with in-law suites that can be rented.

Nevada, Suite 102**The planning department will discuss the specifics of the ordinance. 

Something like Candlewood Suites or Staybridge Suites?

If HUD finds reasonable cause to believe that discrimination occurred you will be brought into an administrative hearing where HUD attorneys will litigate the case against you, or the Attorney General will file a suit and litigate it against you in Federal Court.

In my state, I could keep their security deposit with no problem, I could probably also win a law suit against them but collecting is another matter. 

The icing on the cake would be divided living quarters between myself and other renters (i.e. in-law suite or second living space within the home). 

I've searched biggerpockets and i HAVE found some suggested online payment options but they all come with a suite of services i dont need.

I'm Nick Terpstra, a 24 year old from Kamloops BC.I purchased my first home last year, built a basement suite for myself and have been renting out the upstairs.I am fired up to further my real estate portfolio, and I look forward to learning from the veterans on this site.

@Jules H Yes, you can execute what is called a Construction 1031 (or Built-to-Suit or Improvement 1031, they all mean essentially the same thing).