That way you can learn the trade from someone who understands it (without having to re-invent the wheel), while at the same time leaving your own finances out of it.

Thats correct it wont have wheels , but its approx the same width  and length .  

If you are aggressive and over-leverage and your rental income isn't durable in a down-turn you could end up with negative cashflow and no way to make up the shortfall.

The deal seems to be working, but I’m not learning as much and the returns don’t look like they’ll get me out of the hamster wheel.  

It looks like wood but it WAY cheaper and more durable.

It's easy for out of state investors to spin their wheels looking at properties out here when you've got lakeside mansions just a few streets away from serious blight. 

If i am sure that I will go the Rent strategy, I would spend a bit more to put in more durable finishes such as tile flooring potentially higher grade countertops and casework, etc, compared to flipping.

EVP on the other hand has a PVC core which makes it more durable.2.

Once you have that figured out learn to analyze deals so your not just spinning your wheels.

If you're a tenant reading this, when you move in, check the little wheel on the water meter and make so no water is being used when the house is vacant.