I'm really intrigued by tax planning for this property -- specifically if/how I could plan my visits to this property and write-off those trip costs.   1) I'd be a partial owner (and passive, largely); curious if that would impair my ability to write off trip costs in any way?

And it just gives me more excuse to do more research trips to Florida!

Look for partner how has experience, good moral character, good credit, good reference, good track record , discuss in advance in details what both of your looking out of the partnership, how you guys will dissolve problems, what is the end game, partnership is like dating you need to start slow to see if both of value match( do your homework on the partner)

Character and personality...I need to be able to see my properties anytime.

This amendment to Rule 504 was effective January 21, 2017, and the repeal of Rule 505 (described herein) was effective May 22, 2017.HistoryRule 504 and Rule 505 of Regulation D historically were exemptions from registration for offerings of limited size and character.

Thinking of taking a trip out there but it would mean investing out of state and relying on property management.

The mortgage lending industry is full of questionable characters.

My wife and I leave Tuesday for Colorado, my big birthday trip for the year!  

Also take a trip out there.

I allow them to pay with check as well, but I charge an additional $10 fee for the extra time gathering it and taking a trip to the bank.