If you do, I recommend you hire a real estate agent to help you lease up the units.

The property is in Indiana, and I’m fairly certain he will end up living there full-time.

I am the real estate professional and I worked with hard money lender This sounds like the exact same strategy a client of mind uses in Kansas City!

It would be a way of leaving an inheritance that's all wrapped up in an income producing bow. 

I’m committed to keeping my options open and continuing to learn about being a landlord to ensure I’m well-prepared for my first purchase.To improve my ability to analyze deals, I’ve developed a two-part plan:Join a local BP meet-up group to discuss my goals and support others.Continue learning and engaging with the BP forum.Thank you again for your guidance—it’s truly appreciated!

If a seller wants to sell for future value they need to do what is necessary to bring the value up to that price. 

You'll learn a lesson or two and it helps you come up with specific questions.  

Cut up large portions and freeze.      

That will probably be your best bet, to buy a fixer and get it cleaned up and then rent it out.Best wishes and good luck with your endeavors.  

From there your options open up.