Helps subsidize your house payment (life's biggest expense) so you can accelerate your savings rate and grow your net worth more quickly.

The biggest challenge was trying to figure out how to run the pipe to get the desired pitch.

The biggest challenge was trying to figure out how to run the pipe to get the desired pitch.

A normal purchase will allow you an option period to have a full inspection which includes looking behind the electrical panel , under the home, in the attic etc. from there if your inspector sees something of concern they will include that on your report and from there you can get second opinions from a plumber, electrician etc. this is always my biggest concern for first time investors who buy from wholesalers - no inspection, all cash, many times inaccurate repair and ARV figures and no one in your corner.

My biggest concern is I already have a good deal of debt from college, about 100k, is that something I should get rid of before investing?

Q#1–. buy the biggest multi unit you cab , and live in one apartment is the best way to go . 

No one has more incentive than you the owner to take care of your property.

The biggest hurdle with the vacancy might be financing.

Biggest requirement with rehab loans - skin in the game, a good deal and a decent credit score to boot.

The biggest challenge in your target community areas is going to be HOA associations barring or being able to bar LTR and STR.