I will then place that in a money market or something that earns 3-5% interest to account for the inflation mentioned above.

This thorough process ensures higher chances of getting the desired price and timing.

You can think of it as income that you have to do something to earn.

Meaning is the area more desirable to buyers than to renters.

He expects to be earning $600 x 100/mth in mth 61.

If you’re buying in a desirable neighborhood and have the capital to do fantastic design and furnishing, you will still do very well.

Are there any strategies for making this more desirable for the current lender? 

She can do the negotiating and making of offers to earn her commission.

Find a GP doing deals in your desired market and partner with them.

I don't want to have another full time job and neither do a lot of passive investors out there.I'm working on building a longer track record because I know it will help me in the long run to earn people's trust.