Currently, the people that I have polled have went 80 20 against saying they will vet their own clients and that it would drive away more potential customers than bring them in.

I turn into a pumpkin around 9 and would still have to drive back to Rockland County.

Some benefits I have noticed while househacking in my triplex:- I am at the property daily and can stay up on any maintenance and issues without having to remember to drive by or check in with a property manager- Rent collection is as simple as a door knock.- Tenants generally will be less inclined to try any funny business because they know you are right next door (or above/below them)- It's more conducive for learning as you go.- More favorable loan and insurance terms for an owner occupied property.There are also downsides such as:- Less privacy- Blurring of the landlord vs neighbor relationship- Can be harder to be the "bad guy" on things because you see your tenants often.

you can buy a list from list source or drive for dollars.. you wanna look for absentee owners

It's doable with the right action, drive, and support.

For example, instead of projecting 5% rent growth, lower it to 2.5%, or instead of projecting a sale at a 5% cap rate, change it to 6%. 

We have zero experience in real estate but have the drive to learn and hopefully make a wealthy living of it.

I would like my first property to be in driving distance from me but I am also interested in going out of state.

You don't happen to know a guy in Paris TN who drives a yellow Pantara do you?

I have a Bosch worm drive circular saw that is a joy to use.