I know everyone's risk tolerance is different but would it be best to avoid and start with something more simple?

Simple answer, you can't scale with bank funds.

If you decide to resell it, I think a simple cleanout, MAYBE flooring, and a full coat of paint will get you the best ROI in this market. 4.

If you keep the design simple and know how to size your structure correctly then you dont need a structural engineer either.

Always ask questions even if they have a simple answer.  

I imagine it’s not as simple as issuing him a 1099 at the end of the year…TIA!

Simple easy advice which I was leaning towards but just could not determine if that was the right move.

We are simple country people who don't do well with crowded cities and don't really understand what that type of people are looking for in a unit.To begin with, I need an investor friendly Realtor who can help me with finding the right property and a PM as I can't really manage a property so far from my home base.I have chosen the DFW area for multiple reasons, not just the better legal situation.

HiIn the interest of avoiding the 20% down required for investment properties, I have a simple question.

If you check the area where the leak seems you may find it is due to something simple such as a "popped nail" (if a shingle roof).