I have used KBKG in the past but I currently use DIY cost segs, https://diycostseg.com/who-we-...I like them better than KBKG because if you make a mistake you can correct it.

Would have done better if not slowed down by COVID in 2020 Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

It's called a payoff statementif it's a big lender you will not buy the loan as it will take forever, you are better just paying it off. you then can foreclose based on the total balance owed to you which is both loans and any accrued interest. regarding fixing property or selling as is, that really depends and needs to be evaluated on a case by case basis 

Leasing is a specialized skill—PMs deal with this daily, making them far better equipped to handle applications, verify income, conduct background checks, and evaluate a tenant’s overall suitability.Protecting Your Investment:The cost of a bad tenant can be far greater than the cost of hiring a professional.

Is it better to diversify your portfolio in one geography, tenant base, style of property (SFH, Multifamily, Apartment).

Unfortunately, this problem waste a lot of my time that could be spent on other investments.I have used the same tax professional for many years and he is very educated, but also much older than me and it's hard for me to understand all the reasons he has expressed why is better to put the rental on my personal tax returns.

Many of those locations I can purchase using leverage and achieve better returns.  

However, if you want long-term stability and predictable payments, refinancing might be a better option, especially for larger projects.

There’s never been a better time to step into the booming mid-term rental market.

This also leads owners to ASSUME simpler is better when it comes to management contracts.