That is typically how partials work. you will have a hard time finding someone who fits that shoe.

If I was in your shoes I'd pay cash for something that is newer, in an area that you know well, and expect a net cash flow around the $2-3K range. 

It will also be louder if they are wearing shoes in the house.

How would you manage finances and investments if you were in my shoes?

I would also give this podcast a listen to give you some ideas from somebody who was in your shoes 10 years ago.Financial Freedom in 10 Years and $200K Cash Flow (biggerpockets.com)

You ar enot him, you don't have his budget, his resolve, you didn';t walk in his shoes his entire life, you are different people.What works for him doesn't mean it will work for you.THAT is my opinion.When you look at data, the strategies simply WORK, for everyone, when you look at data.Know the difference.

Hey Liam, I am in very similar shoes!

I have been in your shoes, and we have personally helped over 300 people walk through a divorce options when it comes to the house. 

How would you feel in their shoes?

If I were in your shoes, I would do the following:- set 6 months worth of income aside in a HYSA to save it for a rainy day (this will help shield you if you lose your job, or if something goes horribly awry with your investment properties)- open a Bank on Yourself life insurance policy (this is a specific type of high dividend paying whole life insurance where you can borrow against the cash value in your policy at any time and the money will continue growing as if you never took out a loan.