You could even use the oven for storage (not joking) if cabinet space is at a premium.KnutePro tip: Only store things in the oven that can tolerate high heat.

If there's any link or tool that helps assess deals that would be helpful too.Very fresh starting out.

She owns a retail store and I own an insurance agency.Would be willing to do out of area investing deals, but need volume in order to make the cost of a management company feasible and my $100K probably won't stretch extremely far on its own. 

National tenants tend to do better as their sales and profit is spread out among many stores and locations so a dip in one location with eventual upside can be a positive.Another factor is checking to see road projects coming up and if the changes will impact the traffic flow from your area.

Back on the market with a fresh inspection report to look at.

The other problem is there is a garage / shed in the backyard the renter lets her fiancée store his tools in, and I am going to live in the other unit so I want the garage myself, and could see them pushing back on this.

I fresh and brand new to real estate. 

We still take money orders in our drop box or offices but I've seriously considered getting rid of all in person payments due to the fact we have so many options for paying online / at store. 

To keep the conversations flowing smoothly and fresh in my mind, I practice my dialogue with sellers when I’m in the car alone, at my house, have my girlfriend role play as one etc.

You can find it on the BP Store.