You also don't need to do a traditional long term strategy, is there a draw the  area that playing host to a traveling nurse or other professional/student would be interested? 

I do not wish to divulge that here simply because I don't want the thieves to know how I play my hand. 

I don't play around with other people's money.As for sticking to Gilbert or checking out other cities around Phoenix, I'm doing my best to look at every city. 

I don't think anyone has ever said anything about sheets, towels, Keurigs, wifi speed, tv stations, pack-n-plays, the games in the game room, the upgraded appliances, etc.

I understand that starting condition and location will play a factor here, but just wondering what your experience has been.

I would like to find more of an equity play.

Then, once you incorporate an entity structure, that will play a part as well.Hope that helps!

Families: "Spacious backyard, kids’ play area, and just minutes from the local zoo."

I believe they played a role raising capital for these deals, but the language used on their track record implies they played a very active role in the sourcing, execution and sale of the assets, which is very likely not the case. 

A 4-plex would be ideal and you could play around with doing 1 long-term, 1 mid-term, and 1 short-term, plus you, if it works on your area to upgrade your income.