So I am looking to hear stories from folks that are new into the real estate market, who don't already have millions of dollars to invest to see what kind of plan they are implementing.I have considered building modular (not mobile) duplexes, because research says the cost to build per square foot is less than standard stick build. 

My 75k 1100 square foot rentals cost about 40 bucks a month 

Update : Discovery / HGTV bought the house and will be restoring it to 1970s style “HGTV will restore the 2,500-square-foot, two-story home, which backs up to the L.A.

I get it; we want to model those who are successful, but what about the mediocre deal that get's your foot in the door? 

Instead of having the roofer dispose it off, can I sell it - it's a 2200 square foot roof so would help to know its approximate value would be before pursuing this option - thanks

I am not looking to shoot myself on the foot.

Although the foot traffic was solid (7 showings on a Thursday??)

Mom and dad are probably footing Junior's bills and will be more likely to pay up to avoid a hit on their credit.

Thanks Amit, I was am a little torn as techies might not fit the profile of the building and would have more "foot traffic" than if we were to rent to a family. 

Look no further than maps with traffic, ride sharing, online booking services, even agriculture adjusting fertilizer in every square foot of the field to match the soil needs.