Third, the biggest mistakes are to invest without also be able to cash flow as long term rentals as well as not researching the regulatory climate.

((Those terms are seemingly impossible to find in todays current climate with COVID-19))How did you add value to the deal?

Many of those published before the crash are classics - Think and Grow Rich, etc.Some, however, published before or around the crash, do not reflect the current legal and economic climates.

I could also see renting in a sunny climate during the winter months but I don't see any value or benefit of renting as part of an investment strategy.

Maybe Dorne with it's warmer climate?  

Another thing to consider, and I speak from experience with bank-owned properties in colder climates.  

From my vantage point, market fluctuations for land tend to lag behind home prices, particularly in today's climate and there's still value in desirable locations where homes are priced out.  

If you live in a cold climate region and you windows are old replacing windows adds significant rental value and your tenants will pay extra for decent double glazed modern windows and good heating. 

Would  like  some  tips , suggestions ,  ideas  on  how  to  get   it  done  in  today's  investment climate .

If all you have is the 14k then I would wait and continue to build that up.Down payment, closings costs, and renovations are expensive even with the 3.5% down especially in this current climate and I'm sure in your area as well.