I would love to run it by some of you to see if it makes sense or help me find some blind spots: Master Lease Option (discovered in Brandon Turner's book...) 

I figure I'll have everyone pay a deposit and sign a lease to book it and hold a spot on the calendar.

I’ve run into this same issue before, and your instincts are mostly spot-on.

You've gotten some great responses so far, and you’re in a strong spot to start scaling.

There’s a ton of opportunity in those suburbs depending on what you’re optimizing for: Hanover Park and Elk Grove tend to offer stronger cash flow, while places like Morton Grove or Niles lean more toward appreciation and stability.If you’re open to both long-term and mid-term rentals, you’re in a great spot, the northwest suburbs have solid tenant demand from hospitals, corporate relocations, and families looking for good schools.Happy to chat anytime about investment strategy, rent comps, or local submarket data if you want a deeper dive.

But, Jay nailed it this time: spot on advice.

But yea once you find your lenders and can spot BS quickly, it starts to become very fun. 

She loves the house and it a a great deal compared to some of the same size homes where she left in Port Saint Lucie, FL.I have been trying to tell all of my clients/buyers Vegas is the spot but it comes down to finding the right property.

You’re in a great spot to create a win-win with your landlord if you lead with facts and options.

Sounds like a sweet project.