@Micah DePascaleHaving dealt with many probate marketing clients from all over the country, both past and present, I totally agree with @Bruce Lynn above.

I would say be open to both paths so you don't miss an opportunity.

A couple of months ago I had a chat with and investor that set me on the path of learning the business and what I could contribute to it.

The boost I needed to get started in RE.Always try to provide value and you will cross paths with yours.

I did start down the FANNIE path and gave up and jumped to Finance of america which is a 50 state lender.BTW a "rental" IS commercial,,, BTW.But you are correct if you are buying a strip mall,  a MF,  20 yr am, 5 yr or 7yr rate reset is common. 

Property managers are supposed to be under a licensed broker in PA. The

I would try to approach it as a fire concern, that you need clear walking paths.

I'm glad you are starting down the path to building your balance sheet!

There's a reason that states across the country require real estate agents and brokers to be licensed. 

Most of the country I would imagine is the same in this type of environment.