Is it possible to bundle multiple properties into one loan? 

I don't  have the cash on hand for a conventional loan to be able to put 15-25% down so would need a partner or private lender that can work with me on the financing, and I would handle everything else involved with a buy and hold rental.  

I have managed my own property in the past and that is one of the reasons I am an out of state investor, I don't even want to be tempted to get involved with the property management part of the job.Just my .02. 

This only works for hot market with multiple offers after a week of listing.

They do affordable senior housing but I think they like to be involved early on in design decisions. 

Hes very good at his job, and has lost me multiple deals because of how thorough his inspections are.  

Expenses: holding costs such as utilities, taxes, insurance, lawn, snowCity fees - permits, potential fines and assessmentsLending fees if anyI would get an attorney involved and write up a partnership agreement that you're both ok with.

AND, as others have stated, a lot of people just settled where they evacuated to.Houston has multiple oil industry businesses that are headquartered there, along with lots of other types of businesses.

I'm curious if most investors here still have a day job and just invest with extra money versus being involved with real estate full time?  

If the deal is small enough and all investors can stay actively involved, you may be able to do a joint venture and keep your costs low.