You got it... just like a doctor or a thespian of sorts.

ALso, check for a demand for this sort of rental in the area.

I too did not have a degree that prepared me for any sort of manual labor.

If you want to sort term rent you have to self manage or you won’t make money.

In the worst case scenario, if they say no, you can always say "let me think about it" and let the lease go month-to-month.2) Like what others said, go month-to-month until you get your personal situation sorted out.I like option 1 because you won't get what you don't ask for.

@Bhuja Parikh Unless you work with a wholesaler to find you a property in some sort of a distress and be able to acquire it at a substantial discount, you'll have a hard time finding anything close to a decent property (maybe in a C or D area?) 

ThanksBuyanI sort of disagree with Account Closed.

But I would assume, and could be wrong, that if the bylaws did get amended that there would have to be some sort of grandfathering.

I can’t say for sure but it could be that they could think you’re some sort of scam, with all the scam artists out there today.

This isn't typical unless you're running some sort of Non-profit or charity organization.