Other damage includes major holes in the walls for plumbing access (shower), water damage around the doors, not so small areas of patched walls done very poorly (possible water damage 'repair'), holes in doors, window screens missing, possible water leaks from roof (?)

@Kenneth Garrett @Meghan McCallum There were in fact 2 means of egress, indoor stairs and emergency ladder from a window.

I've been looking at jobs in the field just to get my foot in door.

From what I've seen; these days only really low quality tenants would smoke indoors.

Other ways to find such properties: contact wholesalers, connect with other investors in the area, search on craiglist, drive around in neighborhoods that have these properties, search the "for sale by owner" websites and even knock in doors of potential properties.If you have any questions, feel free to ask here in the BP forums, LOTS of great people that will be happy to chime in.Good luck!

Coming through the slab foundation at this point is not possible, but I do have an HVAC closet or laundry room I could put shutoff valves in if they are required to be indoors.

I've never done this before so don't know if this will be financially viable.BASEMENTThe basement has an independent entry and exit, in addition to indoor stairs that lead to the rest of the house.INSURANCERecently switched Homeowners insurance to Travelers because their coverage covers short term rental explicitly (Travelers was the only company with this clause)Umbrella – Moving to a new company (Markel insurance, not Travelers)QUESTIONS ON HOW TO DO THIS CORRECTLY1.

Thats tough, can you re-zone to get indoor parking?

Due to the cost of direct mail especially if your newer I would add in door knocking, cold calling, and digital marketing.

Heating costs go up in winter, as does electric due to the reduced natural light and people being indoors more.