I also believe, but cannot yet prove that Spark has earned remuneration for putting together the group of investors in that if they are buying a $50,000 share from a promoter they remit some amount less than that and receive the full share giving them a "share" of the LLC they created to hold everyone's funds.

A lot of work was delayed due to tenants moving out right before the holidays/new year and unavailability of some materials. 

Note investing is something that gets promoted a lot.

When looking at out of state STR Loopholes the IRS is more likely to question how you are materially participating and managing the property.

It's up to you but flipping is obviously more risky... also depends how handy and knowledgeable you are, if you aren't able to do things yourself you need to budget for labor costs... on top of holding costs and material costs.

Considering the cost of materials is decreasing.

I couldn’t imagine telling my attorney that my property manager doesn’t feel comfortable sharing notices and material communication to me.

I see the same with note investors and people writing books and doing coursesI can name many people who now sell courses in a different strategy (whatever is hot) because they just bounce around promoting a lifestyle “live your life and earn $25k/mo passively with (insert investing type).

Most leases are for 6 months only and they do run promotions like first month free rent.- I got used washer/dryer from them.

Talk to a lender or read some online material to learn how to do it quickly and wisely.