@Elliott Ashton Regardless of the strategy you need to bring value to the equation.Relationships + time + $$$ = investing opportunity.

Mortgage on my current home (4 bed, 1.5 bath, on roughly an acre, in a quiet neighborhood) is $1445 and the idea would be to rent it out for $2000ish plus all utilities depending on the rental market this time next year but currently that's pretty close to where it would be. 

I got lucky on the timing with that one. 

adding a half bath, complete reno.What was the outcome?

I am a car dealer and one of my employees' hit hard financial times and was unable to continue making payments on their home.

This quick turnaround yielded a solid profit, showcasing our expertise in fast-paced real estate transactions and market timing.

It might not seem like much at first, but over time, it will pay off.

That should be plenty of time, especially if they are agreeable and accommodating with showing it in advance.

Automating rent collection is another smart move, it reduces headaches and ensures timely payments.For future growth, having access to financing options will be crucial.

If the numbers don't add up, then that's the time to explore other markets.