I'm not too familiar with rural deals, as I've lived in major cities all of my life.

Either a Househack or a live-in flip strategy or a combo of both.

I live in Hadley, MA and open to talking in greater detail with you anytime.  

Continue living in primary and rent out second one?

The rent from the rooms came out to $1,600 so my client is coming out of pocket only $600 monthly to cover his living while owning an appreciating asset in a gentrifying area!

We're in the same boat with family living in one of our rentals.

The biggest obstacle to overcome by far, is not so much that you need to find clients (although believe me, that's also difficult and is a constant effort until you're able to rely on referrals from past clients), but the customers you interact with need to trust you with their largest asset as a seller, and for one of the largest purchases they will make in their lives as a buyer. 

@Justin Goodin I think you need to find some new suppliers, because you are getting fleeced.

Remodeling bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, kitchen and patio

We live in a very desirable town 30mins outside NYC with great schools.