@Bob B.I like your style.

The homes in that neighborhood are the style that my parents wish to build for their home.

Chances are it's just gathering dust on their shelves and they'll be happy to do so, and you will have saved a ton of money.As with most lessons in life, I learned this one the hard way, so I would urge you to consider leaving the credit cards at home and not get caught up in the sales pitches and wait at least 24 hours before buying, if you still feel you have to do so.

Disadvantaged to be aware of include fire and life safety, increase in structural support, difficulty in construction logistically.Your best bet is meet with a local GC.

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/09/01/style/fire-fina...

However, I would like to begin my exit from the lifestyle this career demands.I currently own one property that I have lived at for two years, a one bedroom high rise just outside of the Texas Medical Center.

I am seeking garden style or low rise units. 

Also looking at SFH, Townhomes and Condos as an airbnb style i.e near a hospital for traveling nurses.

By the way you explain it I know it wasn't easy,,but nothing in life worth having is.  

If your life savings is 35k, then you cannot afford to do this with cash.