So when I search for a place based on price, you come in ahead of her on the search, even though you might cost more.

Pete FL for around $75k, you just have to come up with the best floorplan and use that will justify the land cost.

Trying to determine if a cost seg study is worthwhile.

Trying to estimate total cost to install new vinyl plank flooring throughout.

Subject to seems to be more ideal to avoid any confusion over ownership, but it sounds like a pretty involved process that could cost time and money (whereas the other approach is free and simple).Any insights/advice would be appreciated!

The cheapest premium for an occupied property is now around $4,300.

What are the new costs, terms, conditions, years?

Look for places that are investor friendly, have expanding growth and still have a relatively low housing cost such as Florida. 

It helps you learn landlording on-site and also offsets the costs and your living.

They knew the laws, they corresponded with the tenants, and they sent notices and evictions.Did it cost money?