That's a good niche @GINA QUIROZ.

Determine what niche my military lifestyle fits around...?.

I would prefer the tenant not to use the fireplace. 

I told him what I was looking for, got pre-qualified from his preferred lender...and I CLOSED on a property. 

As long as you screen the tenants and have the right amount of vouchers I think its a great niche strategy for filling your rentals with quality tenants.

@Sean DawsonIf your thinking about doing it in Columbus it might be difficult given the market conditions..I think in most cases besides eating capital gains seller would prefer a lump sum of cash at closing..Sellers would consider a take back note if they have difficulty selling the property, hiding a deficiency or need to unload it quick..

This is why the builder's will give you $5k or $10k in credits to work with the preferred lender -- if someone is selling a house for $40k more than it's worth, they can afford to cut you a $10k check to make sure it goes smoothly. 

Otherwise it’s easiest to bring in a 25% equity partner into the deal and pay a small preferred return to him/her.

Welcome, yes it is possible but get very clear on the strategy and the niche that you want to get into. 

Also, glad to hear you have already decided on your niche and location - MFH in St MN area.