I think most of them are too immature and just don't want the responsibilities of growing up, like paying rent, power, food...  

A 3 car garage in the back is just waiting for us to add electric doors and rent it out.

Knowledge is power and worst case you'll discover it's not a career you want to do but have a better understanding for how it all fits together. 

Flower distribution, Power drink distribution, tortilla distribution, small tool distributor, etc. 

My biggest concern was that I have no bargaining power when its under contract on splitting repair expenses with the seller because I have to close on it.

These booking are often not made by your eventual resident, but rather they may be made by some harried assistant who ultimately has the power to choose where the "VIP" stays.

building equity is powerful. 

Water, electrical shutoffs, and how to reset outlets if they trip.Use cross collateralization of stocks for your down if possible.  

Electrical check4.

Will it be a property to live in yourself or to rent out, have you thought about any desired ROI, your buying power capabilities, etc.There are a lot of people in this post that can give you a hand of direction towards certain places/markets.