As a first-time investor, it is beneficial to eliminate as many moving parts as you can and get your feet wet.

AND there's no reason I couldn't take the cash I do have available still and use that to get my feet wet...

If I'm a lender I don't want to lend on something unless I really think it has wings.I'm really not trying to be a wet blanket, I promise.I really think one of the biggest challenges (opportunities) from a design and conception point is coming up with a true 'quick connect' way to connect the utilities and maintaining control of that over time. 

At their request, I modified the home for wheelchair accessibility, including widening doors, installing ramp, changing door knobs to door levers, and a major bathroom renovation including a huge wheel in shower ( nearly a wet room).I was able to raise the rent to amortize all the improvements during the term of the 6 year lease. 

Hail damages shingles also , that's why I bought a new roof last time. and yes I agree metal is very slick if you get up there when it's wet. 

We need to learn how to stop wetting our pants anytime there's a hint of a recession.

It was a first time flip, so it was perfect for getting our feet wet!

If they flush wet wipes down the toilet and cause a sewage backup, they're responsible.

I’ve did a lot of reading and watching YouTube videos on strategies to getting my feet wet and house hacking seem like a good way to get some skin in the game.

Close to town find a wet or marshy area.