So, making a mortgage payment and a reasonable car payment might work out fine.

There's a lot for sale as well, and a lot for lease.

I have a team in the area to do the rehab and a trusted realtor. 

Then there are some in between that may have a composting outhouse and a hose spigot, but no full electricity etc.  

Added solar panels and a hot tub.

With careful planning and a willingness to learn, house hacking can be a rewarding and profitable investment strategy.

U can have zero experience and just need a few bucks and a  good credit score and you can buy a home to live in or a rental.. but not development deals.. different ball game

That property has tenants which would cover the monthly payments at its current rent which is well below market value but the property would need love to justify an increase in rent.Very grateful to have made this much progress in the span of less than a year and a half and currently just trying to make sure I have all of my ducks in a row to ensure I can build these three properties into a stable few investments.Looking forward to the future,Austin

And as a builder don't you have a prefered lender who is easier to work with that you refer cliente's to.

Additionally, you should request a Real Property Disclosure (RPD) and a Lead-Based Paint (LBP) disclosure from the seller.