I am also not opposed to putting in some sweat equity into our flips, although I would not be happy doing this on a full time basis.I know that there is no “right” answer to my question as there are so many factors to take into consideration, but I’m going to ask it anyway.

I was mainly trying to say it wasn't a commercial loan.  

The main reasons to hold would be:1. 

I only moved a few cities over into a different house, wondering if it was an environmental factor that was causing my issue (for which I had been hospitalized before).

The main advantage purchasing an existing facility provides is some income while you are stabilizing the property; even if the owner only has 30% occupancy, that's better than starting from scratch with debt service payments.

I got my RE license for one main reason:  To avoid having to deal with agents as much. 

You’re probably factoring the general overall average and aren’t too far off.

I'm not sure how it would be in Florida, but the main goal they teach you is how to pass the test. 

Mainly, the systems implemented are fascinating (VA, automated offers, etc.)

I would use this information to factor in what a reasonable short-sale price would be for the property.