Just a quick follow up on this (maybe someone will benefit from it in the future).

Thanks for the quick reply.

If he wants to test the process, tell him he can find himself with a judgement for rents due real quick.

If you are in a location that is an attractive "reunion" or "bachelor party" location, a large home can be very profitable.

I respond quickly to all maintenance issues.

I may take a small flyer as they have done well and obviously attracting a large crowd.

We will gradually replenish our savings with income from renters but not nearly as quickly as we could with a Fix and Flip.

Pre-approved lets you make cash offers without a financing contingency, which is very attractive to a seller.

The plumbing inspector shows not much after that and does the same thing.Somebody was a bit too quick on the draw , the Owner " General"  didnt realize that you have to give the inspectors time to look at the rough ins .  

By showing the property yourself you can meet and greet people, observe what attracts them to the property, and continue your interview face-to-face.