He may have made a good living for himself, but he sucks at giving legal advice.The lease does offer some protections for the tenant, but they're basically the same protections you would offer as a decent, honest human being.

There are so many products beyond just flipping or buy and hold.Like any professional field, you should do some basic research and decide what you would be passionate about.I did flipping for 3 years, then moved onto being a HML.

For our rentals and basic flip projects we use this countertop from Lowes.

This is basic information a landlord would want to know to make a determination.

You're basically asking the age old question of, "to leverage or not to leverage". 

I drive past this building every day. 

This being said, the 1st of our 3 opportunities will be an ongoing funnel of bank approved clients that are looking for a new home which we can provide that is basically hurricane resistant due to our patented building system which will be built on lots being offered to us by a private land owner, who will get paid once the home is built and family takes possession.

I’m looking to invest in the surrounding areas like the high desert area. i have construction background so I am looking to do most repairs myself .I am lookng for property that Is driving distance from me.

I'm sure it will drive up any rehab costs.

Basically, the answer to your question comes down to what your passions and end goals are.