Just do regular inspections and have your contractors report anything that may attention as they go in and change fire alarm batteries.

Think of all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

BUT I would keep the security deposit to change itDid you get the security deposit?

Should I explore different avenues or are there any tips/ideas someone could provide me with securing a home below market value in an area that homes are selling like water(not literally of course).Appreciate the help!

@THU NGUYEN We always use Betsi Horan with Secured Risk Insurance in The Woodlands

Expect to pay a small premium on the security deposit for having pets, especially if you have dogs or large animals.

"Traditional" financing on the first and securing financing for the second. 

No social security or Medicare in interest payments -so I am not sure what else can be done. 

. $0 in security deposit transferred at closing with $0 in pro-rated rent that you have to evict at your cost. 

So I am thinking I will build a new home to live in on that lot.In the meantime I have bought my  future basic retirement home in Vegas so that's secured and done.But my question is this house here..