The fear of unknown and the bad potentials, but then sh_t happens and ya remember that we got a choice to lay down and be done in by it or roll-up the sleeves and get to work and be a solution maker. 

I once had what I referred to as the "oldest cabin in the Smokies".

The way I see it is I am 2 years into the amortization of a 10 year land loan anyway… so it might be a viable solution. 

.: referring to RentRedi Me too.

I'm specifically referring to PadSplit, a rent-by-the-room company/platform that operates in those respective areas.

A good PM can refer you to top sales agents in the market, they can tell you what type of rentals are in demand, they can tell you which areas are best for investments, and they can cross-check what the sales agent tells you about specific properties.Remember: cheaper doesn't mean you'll make more money.Start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

Once you have more trusted sources, like your realtor, PM, maybe even a good GC you can get referred from by these already trusted sources.

If you choose to play with fire, that is your perogative.For your reference, here is a good primer.Here is the key paragraph:Rental discrimination is when a landlord or property manager treats an applicant differently based on the applicant’s inclusion in a protected class.

It is a tool, has it's place for sure, but a far cry from universal solution. 

What are the biggest challenges people have faced with this. Also how do I make sure to get good tenants?