The wifi is what will allow you to access the door remotely.If you don't want wifi on it, Then you can still get a smart lock you'll just need to pre-program several different codes into it, and then give out those codes appropriately but you'd need to be on site at the door itself to program initially or update it.From personal experience I find the touch screen or wifi locks to be complete POS's that are not reliable and the battery does not last long.  

The person you sold to would probably have a cause for legal action.However, in Austin, @T.

It takes a lot of capital invested to start making enough returns to match your current income.  

Do they need me to go into any virtual/in-person meetings?

I've heard good things about Oklahoma, but it is very far from CA and I personally wouldn't bet on very speculative developments across the country.

Personally, my investment funds will be targeted elsewhere for the foreseeable future. 

What sort of return do equity partners typically ask for? 

As you write checks and make deposits your income tax return is preparing itself.At the end of the tax year print a simple Profit and Loss report for the time period and hand it to your bookkeeper or CPAYou still need to keep receipts for seven years or so but the works does itself as you write and code each check.Even if you file as an LLC, Partnership or corporation your CPA will thank you.

The most important thing is to interview each person and do your due diligence on what matters to you.

"Blocking the market" only occurs in the commerical insurance world - not personal lines.2.