Thanks for any advise.....Gloria Vega

He has no safety net so I don't think its wise to take the risk because if he did a deal, lost disability and then since hes brand new to REI lets say it takes a while until he gets his next deal I just want to help advise him best!

Any advise?

That's interesting that your attorney advised that you go with weekly rental collection. 

Appraisers are not going to add value for something that is financed or leased, and if you're the only house in the radius of comps with paid off solar they won't have any comparisons to derive value from it.In the end it is really only advisable to pursue if you're going to own the home forever....while it is nearly impossible to determine if you'll own forever or not regardless of present circumstances.  

Is it advisable to do that for protection and tax deductions?

@Josh Cissell Thanks for your advise, I understand what you mean.

If you have $25-30k to sink in start up costs, it would be advisable to save up and use the money as a down payment on a turnkey furnished property. 

Readers are advised to seek professional advice.

Then, if the amount is less than the asking price, advise you on the chances your offer may be accepted.