This is true regardless of whether the property is in an Opportunity Zone or not, as the Opportunity Zone benefits don’t exempt you from depreciation recapture.

So for processing payments on the site (if airbnb is indeed 3 percent) then it seems the benefit of that would be negligible unless there are other airbnb fees I'm not realizing

I’m not well versed in engineering but would think if you try hard you could combine the two and make yourself a niche market that you’re uniquely suited for and could benefit you financially.

Using a Loan ServicerLoan Servicer Benefits: Using a loan servicing company is a smart move, especially for first-time seller financing.

Are the benefits worth the risk.Additionally, everyone will define exactly what OPM is differently.  

I agree that the liability may outweigh the potential benefits.

Any help/advice on what kind of financing to go for (FHA/conventional/first time home buyer benefits) and any insight on how best to do this with a partner would be greatly appreciated.

I have to slow down and really analyze the cost vs. benefit before jumping in.My personal life is the same.

So many benefits to buy and hold.

There are many other benefits from these Communities as well - you will find like-minded people who are interested in building wealth through real estate the same way you are.