Also, if you can provide solutions to people's problems and get good at it you'll do well in this niche. 

Why do you think there has been no magic solution for last years?

Another option is to seek out creative financing solutions or grants that assist new investors.

But the treatment after Maria make it clear its going to treated as a last-class part of the US. 

PM has tried to work with pool contractor, but with no solution.

I dumped every warranty I had because it never resulted in a replacement solution for large repairs.

It might not be a permanent solution however it does keep things organized for a temporary amount of time, if needed.

Simple solution is hire a local property manager, realtor or someone else to be your local eyes on the property. 

All income to a traditional IRA has the same tax treatment and any earnings will be considered regular income when distributed - whether from stocks or real estate. 

Living in NYC, I see firsthand how rent control reduces the overall supply and quality of rental housing, which ultimately hurts everyone.I believe we need solutions that protect tenants without disincentivizing landlords.