I want to make sure I screen tenants properly, but I am not sure where to start.

Not sure if there's a lesson to be had there, but that's how I found it.I'll say though that once you know what you're looking for and create an industry specific network, you start to find them with some frequency.

Action Steps to Start Building Passive IncomeResearch Your Market: Determine whether your area is better suited for short-term or long-term rentals.

I think everyone's situation is different, and when one crafts their buy box, they need to consider their current family and finances.For me, when I started, I wanted to buy 2-4 unit distressed properties in neighborhoods I wanted to live. 

@Mike Levene cost to build per square foot is $200-$300 depending on finishes.So, you can start with that.

Im also interested in starting to invest in housing whether that be flipping, BRRR, etcMy wife, 54, is newly positioned social worker and climbing to what she feels is her max with clients.

@Asseille OdelCFRI.netCheck out the calendar of events and start volunteering - it’s the best way to meet people there.

If you ever want to connect, I'd be happy to do so and be of any assistance in getting you started on your future. 

Have you considered other starting strategies like house hacking or live-in flips?

Then sell the property and start doing fix and flip or fix and rent. ( I prefer to sell this property as it 100km away from my student rentals. ) Not sure if I should renovate the lower unit to sell.