That would allow you to put down less knowing you have that income coming in.Otherwise, is it possible to consider moving somewhere more affordable so you can reach that financial freedom you want? 

So even though the total housing numbers may go up, they are not meeting demand for the working class renters who need affordable housing.

(I also had to come to CA for health reasons, so I am not sure if that is an exception)- If I use any of the above, can I use a portion of the money to pay off personal debt?

In Land Investing Online there is a free support group as well as an affordable monthly subscription (I think $100) where you can share your deals for input from the other members. 

The big knock is cost of living and home affordability but I never hear complaints about that from ppl coming from NY or California 😂

Health professionals are generally looking for 1-2 bedrooms and even travelers in other professions look for that size unit.

Unfortunately most lack the balance sheet to obtain favorable financing, can't afford to put any skin in the game and fail to make a compelling reason for why the investment makes sense or to justify the structure they are seeking.

You need to carry a special type of health insurance, not the traditional kind.

Since I can’t afford to pay cash for a home here in North Carolina, pay cash for a home in places like Detroit, Alabama, or Ohio.

There ain't no value in shares in a turnkey company that can't afford to pay it's mortgages.