I guess everyone has their own risk threshold but @Luke Slapa might not even be aware of the risks involved.

Matt - thanks for the outline ...as you mention needing  financing  ...definitely get  yourself  pre approved  for whatever hypothetical scenario you want  to use  ...if you already have done this - great ...if you haven't yet done this - get it done before you begin looking  seriously  …….by doing this you will become more familiar with the  figures  involved and the  process plus you will be able to insure your financing is viable and available should you find a property ..thanks

A Real Estate agent, if one is involved, may be able to help with the Comps.  

Would love to get involved with some local real estate clubs.  

I have a four plex under contract and have some hesitations about how involved I will have to be.

So if she cannot apply for disabled housing herself and is in need of assistance, family should be involved, as they have been supporting her in this house rent free for years.  

Instead, focus on the most optimal use of your money that fits within your comfort level.

I understand there are risks involved, but I feel it would be minimal since I’m only looking at using around $80k for the rental purchase.

Get involved, network don't sell yourself or become in auto-sale mode,genuinely talk to people and see what there up to.

Passive means if they are not actively involved in the business or decision makers.