Quote from @Lauren Kormylo: Sinistar has been asked about before here, but I don't remember anyone having direct experience with them.

I am planning to get my license as soon as I turn 18 and I was wondering if there is any way I can get involved in real estate while being under 18 and with no license but I also want to get paid?

I'll see if they have a program for this deal and I'll follow up with you. 

Cities with high crime rates struggle to attract new businesses.

Doug, you’ve gone with “what works” for you, not all the “latest fancy” technology, for technology sake.  

Many hosts have success with a mix of RVs, tiny homes, and prefab cabins to attract different types of guests.

Since traditional agent training doesn’t cover investing, supplement your learning with books, podcasts, and investor meetups.Good luck!

Start by networking at local meetups and connecting with investors, agents, and property managers.

Your best/safest bet would be a regular lease combined with an option to purchase.

Also, VA loans allow for 100% financing with no PMI, and are more forgiving in low/moderate credit score scenarios.