So can all-cash investing FEEL "safe", simple, "easy", yup sure can.

I learned this the hard way not too long ago.I invest in similar areas and I do use leverage to buy properties but I have starting using the techniques that I mention above, keep a good cash reserve, and I am more aggressive on the debt paydown than on assets that have good appreciation.

The self-manager isn't paying a property manager, but if the self-manager is leaving out the "managing" part, then almost certainly (s)he is giving up lost revenues that far exceed paying someone to actually manage the property.Managing means you are responding promptly to all inquiries, monitoring rates and comps daily and making adjustments as necessary, ensuring that the property is safe and clean, that everything is operational, and quick responses and resolutions when something goes haywire.  

What are the specific techniques and mechanisms you're using to teach your children?

A safe must be made available to guests.

I am not sure where to look since some of bronx area I heard is not safe.

So "IF" one argues there "safe" because of Cash-Flow, and that is say 10% of gross revenues, for example $240 per mnth net on a $2,400 rent.....   

From my simple calculations, taking into account paying for attorneys, business structure/expenses, etc. not to mention the time of due diligence, and understanding legalities, it seems more lucrative (AND SAFE) to invest in a fund.

When squatters learn it could take months or years to be forcibly evicted, they know they are safe for a certain amount of time.

And far less pleasant, safe, and clean jobs as well.2.