The private property owner is responsible for maintenance on the private property.

It was the worst house in the best location. 5 acres just above a lake outside of a desired town.

We’re specifically searching for an owner-financed fixer-upper.

On the other hand, many landlords were able to obtain low mortgage rates during the historically low interest rate environment during the Pandemic, allowing them to offer a much more attractive housing cost to renters.

@Charlotte WilsonAs long as you continue to occupy the property you purchase with an FHA loan and you're not applying for owner occupant financing on the other property, that shouldn't be a problem.

Begin by educating yourself through books like The House Hacking Strategy and podcasts like BiggerPockets, and join online communities for support.

Also, the term "house hacking" is generally used for your owner occupied home (renting out rooms in your primary home) and that income cannot be used to help you qualify (it is considered boarder income). 

I would introduce yourself to the parents (really all of the neighbors, it is a good thing).The parents will help keep the kid on the straight and narrow plus it helps show that you are a responsible STR owner working within the community.

I’m a rookie property owner for a residential home in Wayne county.

Targeting Section 8 housing?