Assuming the property was paid off at the time of death you're wife basically inherited $225k. 

Every property goes down the assembly line and everyone has to do their job perfectly or at the end of the line the wheels fall off and the car bursts into flames. 

If it breaks I certainly will, but it's still working just fine and I would rather put off what will be a couple hundred dollars repair until it's really necessary.  

Sure, you can find off market deals, but just because something is off market does not mean that it is a good buy.

.- Search for Properties: Start your property search by browsing listings on real estate websites, working with a knowledgeable agent who understands the investment market in Huntsville, and exploring off-market deals through wholesalers and networking connections.- Analyze Deals Thoroughly: Once you identify potential properties, conduct thorough due diligence and financial analysis to ensure they meet your investment criteria.

Far too many get stuck in the "paralysis by analysis" stage, thinking they just don't know enough to get started.

I came across Ascension recently as well but have not found any good reviews to go off of. 

Then you could find yourself in a position where tenants are extremely pissed off, small problems turn into big ones, and you've created a huge mess that could've been easily avoided. 

The purchase price isn't low enough for it to be a good flip, and it won't cash flow even if rents can be raised that dramatically.have you purchased off market / from a wholesaler before?

As far as "profits from ownership" ~ See B.