Or they must find home in not a desirable area but the price to rent now makes sense to not buy home in good area but rent it.I am curious on math if rates go to 6% long term, where prices will have to be at a ratio to income.

How long can your cash reserves tolerate that before you're bankrupt? 

I'm located in Kenner, LA and in this state, we're not required to have a broker's license to broker loans as long as it's non-owner occupied investment properties.

Now, starting with strategy, long term would be a great fit but I really REALLY want to explore the mid-term rental space and the short-term possibilities.

Here's an article I wrote recently for the BiggerPockets blog about short-, medium-, and long-term passive real estate investing options: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/gaining-financial-freedom...

There is a lender that will go down to $50k as long as the value is $75k+.

ThanksThere's nothing wrong with a tenant requesting assistance as long as they are communicating with you and making the effort to keep up on rent and responsibilities. 

The key is to buy quality properties and get quality tenants who will stay long-term. 

If you are trying to build long-term wealth, you may be more focused on appreciation.

Long term buy and hold strategy for at least the next 5-10 years.Any thoughts on how to take this on or watchouts besides?