Let me know if you want additional information.

Additionally, you need a local licensed structural/civil engineer for the structural scoops.

Taking courses and seeking additional knowledge are excellent steps as you gear up for your first real estate investment.

Additionally, I don't know what the demand looks like for a garage in my area. 

Any additional info about your experience with a recent conversion, unexpected cost, and potential timelines you would like to share would also be greatly welcomed!

Renovated each unit as they opened up which created additional value through increased rents.

My post isn't meant to argue your idea, but more to contribute additional thoughts to the discussion.Thanks for the response and the discussion.

Jake,If you have the down payment you do not need a job/employment to buy an investment rental.

If you add additional bedrooms, I would also consider the bedroom-to-bathroom ratio so you don't have too many roommates needing to share a bathroom.

He has a landlord reference of five years.My policy is to require three months of rent in advance, which is plenty of time for him to find employment or prove his ability to pay rent on time.