Keeping this as a rental would not cover the mortgage (we'd have to pay ~1500 a month including utilities) and we can afford the extra payment, but is it worth it when looking at appreciation?

Let me know if you need help finding it.  

Has anyone else had this problem, I've removed the baseboards and tapped it back together once already but it continues to separate, not really sure what to do, it looks great and holds up super well, except for the gaps! 

We're doing buy & hold for the cash flow so that I can leave my day job and play monopoly full-time. 

From what I see, if people ever do that its way down the line.

If yes, then I would definitely do it.

Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication to duty are an inspiration to us all.

Check with your state department of real estate.

My next challenge is finding and partial buyer who will do it without taking over the entire note. 

For $10/mo I think that is a pretty good deal and convenient for people (especially during NFL season), no matter the size and level of luxury of your unit.