As you already know, the quality of the investor agent will speed up your learning curve, and save you money, time, and headaches. 

They specialize in uncovering all encumbrances and can save you from unexpected surprises.

The investment is a little bit more upfront since you'll have to furnish the room and bathroom fully, but you may be able to command a higher rent each month since you're covering all utilities, WIFI, and providing all the furnishings.Either way, renting out the room is a great idea and I'm sure it will be helpful so you can rest a little bit easier while you save to move to Lakeview, eventually :)

If it wasn't for me having enough savings, I don't think I would be where I am at today.

@William Taylor where did you get the tax info from?

Eliminate debt, establish a budget, and save.

Was given the contact info for:American Money Loan Services and the person’s name, Tom Vanderlaan.

My contact info is below.

If you discovered the issue before paying for the appraisal that could hopefully save some costs (in case the appraiser is with the wrong AMC).Pre-vetting with the lender on rental history/AIRbnb/1007 as well as seasoning could help. 

This is substantively more “downpayment” savings upfront.