OMG Im from SLOWCALA horse country out there and let me tell ya something after living there almost all my life.

To that end, if you haven't already, I would check out the Marion Country REIA.

Your on the right path finding a good deal is important but even more important is negotiating the price and terms.I want to help you I have a list of homes in central florida and we can l want them and pick the ones that fit your needs and wants lets connect and I will give you the details. 

Again, I really wasn't sure I wanted a rental in this area, so as soon as I was under contract I started trying to find anyone who was looking for a house in the country. 

Now this may be different in different areas of the country. 

Unless something has changed drastically in this country, you are NOT obligated to participate in section 8.

Minimum wage, generally young, smart, but unsure of life's path. 

Since we are both on the same path here, I am sure I will see you down to road Juan. 

If we are going to continue down this path, would we be wiser to get a long term loan so that we profit each month from the rent or get a short term loan with no profit immediately but the house will be paid off quicker. 

Yes they may get orders to transfer but that is life (anyone non military could lose their job or get transferred which has the same end result for you) and they are protecting our country with little pay.