Keep in mind that I'm in a rural market. 

There is a huge gain probably in a more efficient gas system then oil so they are already getting some cost savings. 

You definitely want a legal agreement that's forecloseable, getting as much front money as possible so that you're not just in a lurch with nothing if/when they default, and you should get better interest terms for "being the bank" AND I would qualify the buyer just the same as if they had to go to a bank, because you want to know who your partner is in this deal.

The tenants in the 3 bedroom rental aren't in a protected class but I do not want to get in any kind of legal bind. 

And in a few months, you will be in a good position to crank up your cash flow.We start advertising 4 months before the next school cycle with hopes of having signed leases and deposits at least 2-3 months before they move in. 

I've rehabbed old downtown buildings in a nearby city to Milwaukee.I'll see how I can assist Stormi.

I need some advice from experienced RE investors.We want to buy a 6 bed/ 5 bath in a great area (top zipcode in the area).Thinking of splitting into 2 units but re-zoning permits are almost impossible in area.Ideas of converting to AirBnb or community center?

I'm in a similar boat now.

She is in a good position with the contractor who appears to be in direct contact with the tenants in terms of minor fixes as they arise. 

My wife and I own a beautiful historic home in a small, charming town in Northern Virginia.