So, I've been on the hunt for a new management software for someone with less than 10 doors.I've tried several different alternatives: Azibo, Innago, TenantCloud, Baselane, Hemlane, etc. and none of them come close to Stessa imo.

Alternatively, inheriting the property and doing an internal buyout (where your wife and you buy out the other heirs) might allow you to bypass some typical closing costs.Renovating and Flipping: If the home is in need of significant repairs, getting an accurate estimate of the renovation costs before making an offer is critical.

Alternatively, he could hire a handyman, etc. to finish up what he was responsible for and he can pay them directly.Alternatively, since you both own it, you could take on 100% of the management and your brother pays you X% of the rent like a property manager.

Also look into doing a live-in-flip, it's a great house hack alternative in this market.

Looking for an alternative.  

Appreciate your inputs on this and thank you in advance.RohanIn order for these losses to potentially offset your W2 income, you or your spouse would need to qualify for REPS and meet the material participation requirements.

@Maurice SmithColumbus is a good alternative to west coast appreciation, the numbers still make sense if long term growth is still the #1 priority 

Alternate idea?

I have been pondering alternative ways to fund my first investment property. 

They should tell the tenant utilities are scheduled to be turned off on X day and they had confirmed they'd be out by then, so they need to move now and find alternate accommodations.