I also just use word processing to create a guide book. 3 ring binder with sheet protectors.I put in all sorts of things like local menus, maps to cool places etc.

Partnerships are earned through trust first especially when you are ready to put any sort of money down. 

We are in the woods where we really wanted to create another sort of living space outside of the square footage of the home. 

Some of it has to do with the same sorts of challenges you see with smaller sized businesses in general - mom & pop shops aren't always keeping the best financial records or doing their taxes the correct way.That’s what I figured, thanks again ! 

Just addressing the comments made previously.The Subto “community” is 4 blind men describing an elephant (look it up) and perpetuating wrong information.Yes, Subject To is legal when you do it legally and safely.However, Here Is Reality:When you deed the property back to the seller, you create all sorts of problems.But, Take hope, there are solutions.

It would be incredible if I can meet someone who can coach me through my first deal... some sort of a mentor. 

You can't go wrong anyway but you want to have some sort of boots on the ground to get you started and understanding the area.

They may require a foundation (footings) of some sort, a different home set up, among other things.

As I said usually when companies cant cut checks right away its some sort of cash flow issue.

I have always been interested in home construction techniques that are different or older.Container homes, these sorts of shot-crete homes, bale homes etc.The biggest issue is not that fact that they will rent, for if they are in the right location, of course they will rent just fine.