We made fire pits and give the option to purchase bundles of wood to guests along with marshmallows/smores.

We are working through some funding options currently but need Legal assistance to make the deal happen.

By taking on the responsibility of paying for the downpayments yourself, you may be limiting your ability to negotiate for better terms or find more competitive financing options.

Doesn’t help now, but most utility providers will have a landlord account option that you can set up for your property. 

If you're looking to house hack, this could be a viable option; otherwise, most lenders still require 20%+ down for small multifamily deals.

One option I am trying to decide on is whether or not I should purchase the house myself as an investment property with the intention of either renting it out or fixing it up and selling it.  

I wont be needing 70k upfront thats for sure, so it is a cheaper option for me.  

Cash gives you options. 

Additionally, investors can hire a property manager to handle day-to-day operations, freeing up their time and allowing for truly passive income.2.Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)REITs are a passive investment option that allows investors to purchase shares in a company that owns and manages a portfolio of income-producing real estate properties.

I know it wasn't one of the options but...