(Wyoming and Nevada, are popular for this)This still doesn't solve your "privacy issue" though, that would generally be done by holding title in a real estate privacy trust.

Cart rental is very popular in the area.

See what is popular (rental wise) around you. 

Just as popular as the others.  

Hi All, would love your thoughts ~A set of 2 large clawfoot tubs as an alternative to traditional hot tub, with running hot + cold water spigot attached, hot springs style.

I'm not sure I'm understanding - you really don't "lose" out on any potential equity by not paying down principal - the general question should be about your best alternative use of your capital (opportunity cost) - that would otherwise be in your pocket/investable 

They can guide you and give advice  on what they see is popular or "up and coming"...often, they hear of properties that are going to go on the market before they hit the market (some "for sale by owners").Keep learning at BP, keep asking questions, read the BP books.

If you feel any team members aren’t a good fit, you can always seek alternatives.

     - but a service provider that acts as an alternative for all the things you'd normally get from a mortgage company2.

Some cities in MI have this but there is always the alternative that if you do not live within X distance you need a local rep/manager or person for them to know about and be able to call.