Yes, we would absolutely have to sell to an investorI am concerned though,  because I have read that it would be hard to get a loan on a non producing property, so basically we would need a cash buyer...That definitely narrows down our pool of potential buyers..

An investor I know said that my best bet would be to attract a good set of trustworthy investors and require a fee whenever I make a real estate connection.

I personally like income producing assets.  

The idea of eventually owning multiple properties that produce a steady cash flow is extremely appealing, however, I understand that I have A LOT to learn. 

I think if you run the numbers on the deal above with financing you will see that the return is actually pretty attractive.

Vacant homes are frequently broken in to and attract squatters and unsavory characters.

It is a decent income producer. 

She bought a great house which she likes and the property is producing every dime it is suppose too.   

Starting to focus on Ithaca, NY (plenty of grad school renters) and Indianapolis (I'm there at least once a month for work and it seems like a growing city) but open to any and all areas that produce stable cash flow properties. 

I get 10 a month at a minimum.And if I gave you my secret ( well I won't) but there are ways to attract more sophisticated sellers and I have never seen it discussed on BP or even remotely thought of.. but its worked for me for many many years.. so I think I will just keep that pearl to myself.