There is already an area large enough for two or three homes that does not require any grading or tree removal and it's closer to the subdivision around the corner (with enough space for a yard even with the 40 foot set back requirement from the road).

Remind her that it is in her best interest to put her best foot forward with the new landlord...do NOT word it that way.

You must maintain a 1/4-inch-per-foot slope tie-in to the sewer.

The home is a 1250 square foot single story residence with three bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on 1/3 acre.

The summer before my senior year I was looking for a job and unintentionally got my foot in the door for real estate with an internship through my school at a property management company. 

You get to learn from them and they helped get your foot in the door!!

If not what would be a good avenue to go down, because I really want to get my foot in the door.

Getting engineered wood at $5.5 sq/foot with install to match downstairs. 

House hacking is a great way to get your foot in the door with REI but if that's your plan but don't expect to cashflow anywhere near 1k a month.

What's the typical range per square foot?