It also has a property management component that will be a big help.

If my goal is to first learn then serving a brokerage may be best but if I jump into REI, having independence to represent myself would be key, and maybe I can satisfy the learning component by shadowing an agent.

A mini split air conditioner has indoor and outdoor components, but it takes up a lot less space than traditional HVAC.

Good home, location, and screening net a good tenant.Maintenance is easy because of access, but perhaps more frequent with cheap components (that we upgrade).

In your structure think of these two components as separate functions even if the same person (you) is doing both.Here is the most simple structure (freshman class):  You do the work, a friend invests all of the money.  

Maybe I am missing a key component of the property.Thanks in advance.

While it does not have the tour component, it does allow for quick spherical panorama photos where you can see every wall, ceiling and floor. 

@Pax Magaway I am a huge fan of the live in starts. whether you have remodel or a house hack component either way it is a great way to get started and learn the house before having tenants in it.Congrats on nailing down your strategy and taking steps the right way! 

for someone whos only goal is to own rental houses and do nothing else.. then I guess that works.. but true equity is an important component when going to the next level.. 

With all that said,  there is a key component that is important for me.