I am bullish on the FHA 203k and home-style renovation loans that allow you to leverage the cost of your renovation as part of your mortgage, which is just an insane deal, in my opinion.Do you have a specific area where you want to purchase?

I work with a lot of MTR investors and what I am seeing frequently with multifamily acquisitions, particularly with new investors, is that they often test the property just like you're mentioning, as a way to dip their toes in the water and see what works in their area and for their personal style.

@Anna NickensDeciding between investing in mentorship or self-education for real estate investing depends on your goals, budget, and learning style.

There can also be chemicals in the treated lumber that are harmful to the environment.Invest in a good screen or built in door system.  

We would never do a modern style as we are all rural.

I think the A frame idea works great for this setting, but some have said the A frame style steeper peaked roof works better. https://www.instagram.com/redtail_cabins_adu/

Even with the discount, the investor will be a life style investor who wants to own in PR more than optimize return.  

Views, indoor pools, game rooms and proximity to attractions.

and @Matthew Paul thanks for heads up and tip.I was thinking about switching the t-stat to one of the old style ones.

With a teaching and leadership backgroud, I have an interest to help others write their programs or review their presentations to address every learning style.