Will this likely change things or will they go back to that old size?

Knowing the size of the loan might get more specific recommendations.

The only way I know for sure to finance deals that low (actually you can, and we do, use this method for any size deal) is to use a SDIRA.  

Not looking for a contractor, just someone to take care of small to medium sized repairs.

What is the minimum building size and/or lot size for a new apartment building?

Since the 1970s,  the number of administrative staffers has risen by 235 percent, while the number of faculty and students has increased by only about 50 percent. 2) 38 year lows in labor participation (Please don't fool yourself by believing that we are at or near full employment as Janet Yellin says).  3) Very significant increases in government regulations making it harder to start small businesses (which is where the preponderance of new jobs come from).  

If someone takes the 48 acres all at once it will need to be cheap and have enough upside for them.Not many projects reach 48 acres in size for commercial.

I have a listing that is for a vacant SFH that is (in my humble opinion) a great starter house or down-sizing house for someone.  

Also, @Brandon Sturgill, there exists a VA program called Veteran's Housing and Employment Assistance or VHEA - Google it.If you're on Facebook, search for Christopher LaFayelle.

Onciously it depends on the size of the house, and attic space.