he was about to undergo some extreme medical treatments.

Learned how to tile counter tops, lay carpet and even some plumbing skills.

Don't sell yourself short with the skills you have because if you are willing to work a little, and keep getting advice, I think you have tremendous opportunities.Not everyone has the temperament to be a landlord but buying a property, mobile if you wish, and seeing how it works for you would be a good first step.

Jeff Skilling...

i just rented a unit in just a few days with a 780 credit score and income 4.5 x monthly rent, however this is in NY and supply is very limited. i wouldnt go below the 650 range on credit score unless it was due to something like medical bills not being paid. you may be better off waiting for the right person to come along and rent your unit. id rather have it vacant then have someone in there that i cant get out and thats going to trash the place. you need to adhere to the standard guidelines. a) find a person who has the ability and is willing to pay and b) have someone you can reasonably collect from. someone with below a 640 credit score seems like they may fail point number 2. good luck

We want to be respective of the experience and skills that he brings to the table with a view to the future. 

Oh, and as a side note, I have decent film making and editing skills, so if I do end up making a video walkthrough I'll be sure it won't look like some flip-phone shaky-cam mess. 

Don't know your state laws and even if I did I can't render advice anyhow (contractually not allowed to give advice all of my legal skill must remain in house).

Congrats @Shawn Ackerman.Persistence pays off and skills improve with time(10000hour rule)

I like this strategy starting out since you learn how to cold call effectively, which is a very valuable skill to have