Lets face it, better to learn on "somebody else's" house about having/hiring painters, flooring guys, electrician, etc. 

That was originally my plan, however legislation in Florida is creating hard times for realtors.

If the house floor seems to jump, bounce, or wobble when you walk on it, that floor and maybe the walls, were not likely built correctly.Check EXACTLY where the house is located based on the fire zoned maps. 

Our plan is to buy our next rental in the GSM market.

I'm just getting to a point to where I can consider starting to plan for my first property.

We have the space and plans, I just want to secure financing before getting started.

How long do you plan on holding and what’s the requirements to renew the land lease?  

To quit my well paid job, for which I attained 2 undergrads and a Masters, I needed to know that I had a plan that worked. 

My plan was to acquire a property through owner financing, and find someone whose goals align with what I'm trying to accomplish and have them cover the down payment.

Basically, I'm planning to self-manage until my portfolio grows beyond my capability to do so.