Odie, I agree that you can't fit buying notes into an arbitrary timeline but it's a tangible goal for me and since then, I've been enjoying learning about notes and seeing how my world of brokerage and investing could converge into a reality without "tenants, toilets, and trash!"  

I spoke with (from what I can tell) a reputable property manager, and they agreed they'd manage the units. 

I agree that most properties won't cash flow, but that is why you target specific properties.

I agree with @Dan Heymann.

I agree with @Joe Villeneuve.

Personally I would only move into it myself if the seller agreed to lease it to me for his payments and gave me at least 5 years to buy.

Can the wife simply sell to the husband if both parties agree in Texas?

I tend to agree.

I agree with @Victor N.

Refused to put pictures up I put in an offer and they agreed to let me go see it with my realtor (condition for purchase).