However I'm thinking about finding a handyman For small jobs.

I've used them a few times, and they do a great job, and fair pricing as well. http://www.wscspecialtycontractors.com/

If I am unable to land a well paying job right out of school are there ways to get approved for a loan that do not involve a current income? 

Job growth.Can anyone recommend a good information source to research the various markets?

@Dion DePaoli  f IRS redeems  then I think they have to make you whole plus statuary interest which I was thinking was 9%... but any improvements you do to the home past any that are for health and safety of the home would not be reimbursed.I have bought quite a few at the court house steps over the years with IRS liens I liked them actually because 99% of bidders won't bid on them because they cant backfill right away with their LOC or HML... this lead to some pretty spectacular deals in the day. 

They had made changes outside immediately to personalize the house and  improve its curb appeal.

Great job kid keep asking!

We have three kids, we homeschool, and I largely work from home with my day job.

This job has given me lots of professional experience and growth in the property management field, however it is not giving me the experience I feel will take me to my goals for REI. 

Both tenants are on the lease (were a couple but now are separated due to serious issues involving the Police) and have stable jobs.