Categorizing things so generally may make you miss out on perfectly good deals, or settle on a bad deal because it fit into the "good/recommended" category. 

If you can find a small house or manufactured home that would fit their needs, that may be an option.

What paperwork is involved?

That’s good in theory but how does that work involving other people?

I am finding it hard to find cash flow positive properties in these areas, i havent seen any properties fit the 1% rule and in general they all lose money, esp considering pmi and 3.5% down.

If you do, it is because there are lawyers involved and they do their own title insurance underwriting.

Hello,I was trying to see if anyone had a standard contract of sale agreement they can share with me to do a sale by owner that did not involve any agents.This is for sale in maryland.Once i have it,i am planning to give that to the title company directly.If anyone can provide me with one or give pointers that would be a great help.Thank you !!

Hello,I was trying to see if anyone had a standard contract of sale agreement they can share with me to do a sale by owner that did not involve any agents.This is for sale in maryland.Once i have it,i am planning to give that to the title company directly.If anyone can provide me with one or give pointers that would be a great help.Thank you !!

Anyone have a good run down on what's involved to do it above board?

If you want to get involved with rentals, house hacking is a great way to start.