Would love any additional info and the chance to check it out! 

You will likely need to rehab for any strategy but Co-Living will be more bedroom additions which is less cost compared to kitchen and bath remodels that are more needed for furnished rentals. 

It will take time.3) Property management companies, chamber of commerce meetings, local commercial RE brokers, etc are all additional options to network and find people who do deals.

Then if I have additional concerns I call in an expert to get further information and an estimate on what the repair will cost.

Given my lack of experience in accurately assessing the additional costs and potential risks of investing in an AE zone, I felt it was best to step back and refine my evaluation process before taking on something like this.Thanks again for your input!

As you grow your portfolio, they can help you secure additional funding, refinance existing loans, and adapt to changing market conditions.Financing doesn’t have to be a roadblock to your real estate dreams.

Additionally, listing brokers represent what seller's provide them. 

Additionally, your brother would inherit your cost basis in the property, which could result in significant capital gains tax if he sells the property later.

Making additional payments or taking a shorter term are just depositing more into that savings account (it's not like the property appreciates more by paying down the loan). 

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.