House hacking seems like the way a lot of people got their foot in the door.

There is a 560 square foot cabin right down the road from me that i walk by everyday with my dogs.

Knowing the average price per square foot for a 3 bad house in a certain zip code is useless. 

Keep in mind that many rural areas also follow strict city guidelines/ regulation.For example: Many rural areas are under development so you will need utilities.That being said many counties outside Houston call for specific area limits.1 acre only allowed for septic/water well.60 linear foot access road for emergency vehicles etc.That will totally impact your business model.

I negotiated a number of repairs into the deal before my appraiser ever stepped foot on the property.

Don't shoot yourself in the foot!!!

I'd have to concur with his assessment and would suggest you start out on the right foot in getting that set up.

If I were starting out, I would seriously look at condos as a way to get my foot in the door. 

To add another foot note, u cant keep them out.

@Wilfred Mkilindi one foot in front of the other.