Your brokerage is required to supervise you, and maintain all records of the transaction, just like any other client. 

You state there's a lot of deferred maintenance, then state it is a remarkably well maintained property.

You would then stress to not incur any improvement cost above $22,000 or you may have to liquidate the property.In this scenariod, $60,000 if you are making an above return at 10% to 12% annually + $30,000 making $4% in a HYSA, the average return is maybe around 8%The blended return would be about 9%You may be better off investing in the stock market, get a slightly lower return but without all the added stress / work.

I am 100% ok with my w2 providing me income to maintain my life and grow a nest egg for the later aspect of life  

I am also really interested in the stock market and the real estate industry! 

I quickly learned that pools are expensive to maintain, but they’re also a major draw for guests.

Service disruptions can understandably lead to frustration.From my perspective in the self-directed IRA industry, effective communication and responsiveness during transitions are crucial to maintaining client trust.

To thrive in real estate investing, you must maintain a firm grip on your finances.

@Nathan Gesner I appreciate your work maintaining this platform for all of us to enjoy.

This approach helps maintain strong relationships with tenants and avoids disputes.Hope this helps!