New Herringbone design porcelain tile in baths w/ tile new tile highlighting the garden tub, New Tile around Fireplace.

The reality I ran into was that a rural homestead, assuming you're not living like the Amish, depends on tools and equipment, and equipment breaks down, and you can't grow equipment parts in the garden. 

Is it worth getting an investment property in Winter Gardens in a not very desirable neighborhood? 

Monthly payment is $1601 (priciple + interest) + $390 (escrow)Utility + gardening service is about $200Rent is $1500 (average rate in the area is about $1600 to $1800; we rent it low because wife likes the tenant)When I came across this forum, I realized we are not managing our properties right.

My agency is part of a larger corporation (Better Homes and Gardens).

Hi Phil, it seems like Airbnb may be a feasible option for your basement/garden unit. 

Decent area, top floor level in garden style complex.

There are several strong community groups that have food truck events, live music, community garden days and all sorts of other events to build a sense of community, it's got all the right ingredients primed to take off.

Dues generally cover insurance, water, property maintenance, gardener, pool guy, cleaning the common areas, security, etc.

Hi Aysha, we are currently working with wholesalers in Trinity/Houston Gardens.