Caveat here is that it is possible if you put down a large down payment.Some angles to consider here are properties with lots of bedrooms which you could rent out by the room, or larger lots that you could improve (ADU) and force appreciation on.

Cobra improved that but still left a 6 months gap in coverage until Medicare kick in.

The challenge that I have is wanting to correct all the DIY and lipstick on a pig improvements that have been done throughout the years.  

None do it really well:(You can try Rentvine, which is the new kid on the black and working hard to improve.

Research local development plans, job markets, and any upcoming infrastructure improvements that might positively impact property values.Verify the terms of the existing lease on the rented side.

This will help you to improve your comprehension and method.

Are you going to be looking at just turnkey properties or BRRRRRRR finding under valued deals and improving them? 

Are you looking at some Capital improvements needed in the near future.

We have a glorified house hack scenario in Portland where we rent about half of the property out as a mid term and while our travel nurse is working we are improving the second half of the property for a future permitted attached ADU. 

Once the ongoing projects are completed, accessibility to Tulum will improve, especially with the new Tulum airport.