Seeing how they’ve handled similar projects—especially when things didn’t go as planned—can give valuable insight into their problem-solving skills and reliability.How do you usually gather this kind of information?

Thank you kindly @Jonathan Klemm!

That's kind of like buying a plan to try out sky diving isn't it. 

One of the side benefits is that the tenants now have skin in the game so to speak, and my gas bills have gone down a bit.What kind of heating system do you have in your property?

Depending on what kind of rent you think you can get will change your options.

What kind of projects interest you most?

It's kind of weird since I have nothing to do with it.

@Jonathan Klemm I appreciate the kind words and support.

I'm just starting out to build my portfolio -- (I have a SFH that is  LT rental and have done that kind of thing for years...but moving on into more multi family, and more RE properties each year).Can I take money out of my traditional IRA account to use for a downpayment?

I am not sure what kind of appreciation a boutique hotel can create, as hotels are very much operating businesses and the real estate itself holds minimal value outside of the business operations.