2)  if so, what are the fees involved?

Heck, we see it on the forums (and in social media) all the time and it does not even involve big words. 

I have a little, tiny bit of understanding in that there could be another surplus fund involved.

If so, can anyone in this market give me any examples of recent deals they have been involved in which hit the 2% Rule?

No hoping, waiting, timing involved.

That is the size claim where I would want one involved if it were me.

I am not saying don't take the points, but really evaluate all the socio-political and economic factors involved before you take the shinny penny.Thanks.

I'll look through my old records as I was involved with other discussions about this.

However, structuring this in a way that complies with tax law would likely require expert legal and tax guidance, as it involves partnership agreements and IRS regulations.

If you start self-managing in January and continue through the rest of the year, you should definitely be able to satisfy that requirement as long as you’re more involved than anyone else (including contractors and property managers).