What are the chances that someone would search this online forum, find this thread, and create an account just to make a positive comment on this thread about this company?

So, that is a key item to keep in mind when doing an analysis is what the slope is of diminishing production. 

I don't mind paying for my flights to keep all these benefits then I get my kids and husband free everything 😊.

I could not find any details that confirm that online. 

Challenge is that I have an exclusive agreement with the seller because they wanted to list it, but changed their mind.  

However, if you know and have a relationship with the person/team that will be doing the rehab for you in your absence and trust they have your vision in mind then you are in a better place to start. 

NWA is rapidly expanding, it's mind-blowing.

For expenses like utilities, property tax, and insurance, I estimate a 3% yearly increase.However, keep in mind that if you do renovations in the first year, it’s likely you won’t need the full 5% repair allocation for the first or even second year.

Then just yesterday, I come across the 1099 / 1099-NEC form requirements online from my own research.

If you have a plan A and a plan B going in you are setting yourself up to fail right away because you have told your minds already it won't work so you won't put your all into plan A.