Like others have mentioned, I know some investors who have found some incredible deals on long term loans and lines of credit with local banks.

I'm glad you mentioned Fletcher was going the route of AVL since that was an area high on my list.

An option contract that determines the price and terms and a separate lease and neither mentions the other.

My goal was simple, increase income to the point where my personal budget was at equilibrium and I did not need to withdraw from retirement savings until age 65.

It is typically available in the sale of land, but otherwise is not generally available if damages are an appropriate alternative.Mediation as @Russell Brazil mentioned might be a good idea as well. 

They are two completely separate agreements, and the paperwork for each one should NEVER mention the other one in it.Also, don't give any rent credits towards the purchase.

Good Luck and please let us know how it turns out, I wish I had been as smart as you are at your age Call your parents and thank them!

My goal is to build up enough cash flow with adding additional rentals(15-20 rentals paid off) to one day being able to afford a vacation rental and renting that out until I’m at retirement age.

The reason he mentioned a washing machine hose is because you need two female fittings, whereas a normal water hose has a female and male. 

If the vast majority can't handle it, and their average age is 20 years older than you, the odds of you making it are extremely slim.I hope you educate yourself on the job and the costs and that it works out for you.