if you just buy standard, long term rentals and put them under professional property management, that is certainly viable. 

I think this is a great way to connect with other Real Estate professionals. 

We have not disabled ours or converted to gas, but Tenant must sign a Fireplace Addendum stating if they use it, we require a higher renter's liability policy with us as additional insured, rules on wood, storage, use, safety, they pay for yearly professional cleaning each year they are there, etc.  

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I’ve heard lots of professional investors bash LoopNet but I’ve had multiple home runs from deals I picked up there.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

A "professional" tenant can draw out an eviction and and strip anything of value from the home, costing you tens of thousands without batting an eye.There are stories of people living in a home for over a decade without paying a dime.

It always takes longer than you think.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?