If those earnings didn't stay the same or increase, that could leave the lenders with folks that go bankrupt trying to pay for a property they can't make perform like you did.

Stay away!

I searched for properties that stay on the market for a long time.

It's important to stay informed about developments in the areas you're considering, as well as any potential changes in regulations or economic conditions.

I have been told to stay away from lease options in Texas.

So that has been my "next action step" to wait for a clog to happen again and have him camera it, but it has now been almost 1.5 years with no incidents.TLDR: There is a chance that the bottom bathroom tub/toilet could fill with sewage during a guest stay, but I am hopeful that the next time it happens will be the last.

With the use of VRBO, Booking.com and direct bookings can all raise your chances of staying booked and being successful.  

You don't need to send your kids to daycare because your wife can be a stay at home mom. 

We had hoped to rent our house for short-term or mid-term stays.

It was a good learning experience, but it made me realize that staying away from major rehabs (for now) might be the best move until I have a more reliable system in place.That said, having family in the area like your sister and brother-in-law is a huge advantage!