However, our tenant turned out to be problematic—late payments, issues that led to an eviction, and additional repair costs before we could relist the property for sale.Now, after months of making mortgage payments out of pocket, we finally have an offer.

They also tell you that if you need additional onboarding that they are happy to set up additional classes. 

., appliances, HVAC) into shorter-lived categories.

1) Renting garage units2) Additional Pet Fees3) Adding flooring insulation in the upper unit led to improved efficiency and sound reduction for lower tenants.

If you go into Central or South Scottsdale (Old Town) $1M will buy you a smaller, older home, OR half of a big, remodeled home (as alot of the Arcadia and Old Town area are turning over old small homes to be big beautiful homes in the $2.5M range and higher).There are options.....for both buying and renting, that would work with your situation.By the way....it's 51 degrees in North Scottsdale right now where I live. 

I would like to find a way to generate additional income and am exploring options other than having a long-term roommate.

You can assume about 1% in closing costs in addition to commissions so you're starting around 7% before the seller gets any cash at closing. 

Here in FL a pool trumps all and having a spa feature built in offers additional ROI. 

In addition, the Grantor will probably be required to sign the same seller's affidavit that are needed for a non DIL closing. 

Should I just save that additional tuition money and put that towards my first investment?