If this property is hard to rent, or is functionally obsolescent (only 1 bathroom, no yard, etc), or has deferred maintenance that will be costly, or is in a location that is not appealing to Tenants, then maybe a sale would be a good option in favor of a property that has better Tenant appeal, which will likely increase rent and avoid long vacancies in between Tenants.An option to consider....

When a water heater breaks at 9pm on a Sunday I get an email saying it happened, it’s been fixed and it cost $1200 give or take.

He told me that without installing a sump pump system (at a cost of $12k), the foundation will continue to deteriorate, which could eventually lead to bowing basement walls—an issue that could cost upwards of $50k to fix.The inspector asked if the previous homeowner disclosed any water damage.

I am looking to buy a property in SLC Utah that i would want to try and run as a STR to help offset the cost.

You also will still need to manage your property manager  - ie, stay on top of expenses, ensuring your property is being managed effectively etc. 

A bit pricey if you do only a few flips a year, but I'm going to give it a shot and seems if it's worth the monthly cost. 

@Jenna ChenHouse hacking a value-add duplex in Atlanta is a smart strategy to build equity while keeping living costs low.

This keeps your cost basis and deferred gains intact while offering liquidity and flexibility—you can sell shares gradually to spread out taxes and still receive passive cash flow, often exceeding current rental yields.A pure DST strategy can also work for passive income, but as you noted, not all DSTs are created equal.

I think it depends on the area and insurance costs.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!