The land is zoned for industrial use I think, and is located up in the Lancaster/Palmdale area right across from an airstrip and was purchased for around $108k.

Some red flags may come up during the inspection that you may not be aware of, especially since they countered with the two deals.

@Benjamin ShawHonestly at this point I have been looking at properties that need repairs that I know I can handle or upgrades that may JUST be outside of my comfort zone but I'm willing to do.

I'm currently an owner of a home that is located outside of the Provo allotted rental "zoning" space.

Have the building inspected and they should be able to raise red flags.

Is the zoning the same as the hotel?

I am currently working with Red Rock Mortgage in West Des Moines.  

Would the A/C be zoned to each unit?

It's zoned C3, so not sure if this is even possible.

I have found that the cheap, battery powered fake cameras with the flashing red lights are a great deterrent.