I talked to Padsplit and they manage SFHs renting each room to different tenants - the total rent is more than renting it out to one household.

The key to success is understanding the nuances of the market—different neighborhoods perform very differently, and having a strong team on the ground is essential.If you’re interested, I’m happy to share some resources on investing in Detroit and what makes it work for BRRRR.

However, it sounds like you are confused about the different types of auctions that exist on Auction.com. 

@James Thompson Transferring property from your in-laws to you can be done through a gift, sale, or trust transfer, each with different tax implications.

There are different types of auctions.

It's about 20 miles away in an entirely different sub-market.Great price range though. 

It sounds like you are in a really good spot right now and have a lot of options, I hope some of this info helps, or gives you a different perspective perhaps, I wish you all the best! 

Is it different like SC? 

But a big difference when your costs stay mostly flat.) whether the property is positive or negative $100-$100/mo should make zero difference to you.

Tennessee probably works a little different than New York.