Depending how much you earn you can step up those savings by getting a side-hustle in any part of real estate....working for a top Real Estate office on weeknights and weekends, working for an RE Investor, working for a General Contractor and learning a few skills, etc.

He left behind some personal items and took a few of ours (it was partially furnished). 

The sky is not falling, but I agree if your carrying costs are high and owners did not budget earnings from last year to cover costs of the first slower months (Jan-May) then they are hurting. 

As far as I am aware you can rent by the room in phoenix, I am not aware of any unrelated persons ordinances but you can check with your municipality they are usually starting at > 3 people that is what I believe would limit rent by the room.

I am a Real Estate Agent and investor based in Columbus but I personally grew up in Cleveland. 

Depending how much you earn you can step up those savings by getting a side-hustle.

If in-person, where are you located?

In many ways it's personal preference and where you can find a good deal...off-market or creative financing is the best in FL right now, otherwise the numbers don't pencil well. 

I am wanting to purchase land and build a small cabin to STR (& personal use) in the North GA Market. 

Looking for advice.  I am looking to invest in PA.  However, getting loans under LLC is very hard in PA.  As a result, seeking option to purchase the property with 20% down with a FHA loan.  Getting the mortgage under...