Personally, I don't give out an application unless all decision-makers are present and have decided they want to pursue renting the property.

Sell the home you currently own to a non-disqualified person then have them sell it to your retirement account...just in case you're thinking about getting creative.   

That's not my cup of tea and also very risky and capex may exceed cash flow if you don't spend enough on rehab up front.My last few personal purchases all involved circumstances that gave me an edge: at this point I look for properties that need minimal work: instead of a 6 months rehab, I already get 5 months of rent.

The insurance is prohibitive but we're personally browsing property on the North Coast currently. 

I am not usually the smartest person in the room but I like listening to them and paying attention to their advice.

As you and others have pointed out, and my initial assumption, that just seems hard to believe.That said, I'm going to a sale on Tuesday, I will report back what I learn in person.

Contact them every month, preferably in person, and make small talk.

Hello Friends, for about $400k if a person acted fast, for off market sale, could have 90,000 sf commercial building in fort Dodge ia. 

I enjoy contributing on this site and don't use it for personal promotion.  

I have seen it in Arlington....one place super unusual, like almost two full houses on a lot that really should support only 1.I think your first step is to go in person to Planning and Zoning office...with your information and idea of what you want to do and see if they give you a warm or cold reception.