I'd echo @Mason Bear's point to come and put your physical eyes on the property during the day and evening to see what you are getting into. 

But I don't have a physical office location, I work remotely with clients all over the US. 

Purchase price: $194,500 Cash invested: $42,000 Fits the perfect long term cash flow model

Most mid term travelers are looking for a fully furnished home that fits within their monthly stipend.

MLS or any listing platform may also have some opportunities there for you, or a broker may have some properties that would fit your criteria. 

etc) that cover the basics, mentors, and books on creative  financing that cover it.I agree with Rick, it's about presenting the offer among other options and explain how it fits with the sellers problem. 

In the end, there could be a cost to any way you sell the home, I would just look at all options to see what fits your needs the best. 

Flips are good, but you definitely want to know what you are doing, if you can find a duplex that fits your family and needs work you could get the experience fixing it up and making it really nice for your family.  

I was offered a partnership for a physical fitness class.

Could you fit shower on back wall, toilet where door is, then sink closest to you?