And like most part timers, they produced next to nothing. 

That being said, I'm sure you can also empathize with me that it's not ideal to know you're only producing income when the drill is spinning. 

Multiple times, the CPA can produce a short 1-page Income Statement or Balance Sheet, but in reality, if you want details, it's more than a page long. 

I also plan on renting both sides out, but having the possibility of falling back there as a plan B-C if this spring does not produce a primary residence for me. 

I was trying to understand the calculators on bigger pockets and the results they were giving.

Specifically, are they a sophisticated seller with the means to maintain the note that will result from the transaction?

Real Estate Investors--I am new to the game and I am looking to produce a cash flow of $500-800 per month in the Kansas and Ohio markets.

This doesn't mean every deal will produce the same results but I know these stories deffinitly helped me starting out and can give you confidence moving forward. 

What is the likelihood of a positive result if there are no obvious signs of mold in the home?

If he made those big ticket improvements and only requires some cosmetic work, depending on how much he needs to be current, then it might be worth catching up the loan into if it leaves you a good amount of equity or can produce some great cash flow.