I simply enlightened you of the reality outside that eco-chamber.  

Become a Material Participant.We are given a clear framework for determining Material Participation (not passive) in Pub 925.There are 7 scenarios that will get you there.Material participation scenarios (Pub 925):1. 500 hours.2.

Maverick simply gets a referral commission and has no long-term ties with you or the local provider. 

Appraiser determines what the market rents are... 

I equated it to a property per year simply because in the Denver area it's very difficult to find cash-flowing deals that make the investment worth it, so I figured I'd be looking at several properties to reach my financial goal. 

Breezeway allows us to easily organize all photos by room and generate a downloadable document for reference.Once a tenant moves out, we follow the same process to document the property's condition and determine if any amount needs to be withheld from the security deposit.Additionally, we require new tenants to complete and return a move-in inspection document within 3 days of moving in.

Bryan I would say PLANNING IN ADVANCE is key.Lot's of investors like GA as it's own of the best investment warm belt states in the country.You need to determine if you are going residential or commercial for the replacement property and what deal size.

A percentage of this number is then used to determine what portion is related to the ADU vs the portion of the property you're using personally.

Most investors focus on what can they buy now with their available capital instead of simply what is the best investment for their capital without limitations. 

@Chris Johansen I believe the part you're missing is you are not "simply loaning him money" under the new iteration of your partnership arrangement.