If you want to be truly passive while living abroad you could consider a DST transfer or syndication where you transition your properties to professional management and get paid as a limited partner and not have to worry about any sort of property management takes.

  (2) Variable cost: platform fees from Airbnb and VRBO, lodging/hotel/transit or whatever pass-through tax your local AHJ requires, cleaning fee, cost of replacement for consumables, repair and maintenance, etc. 

I am 100% ok with my w2 providing me income to maintain my life and grow a nest egg for the later aspect of life   Its been rewarding to see this transition personally.

I separated from the military in 2021 with full disability benefits, a transition that fundamentally changed my outlook on life.

You might need legal advice to ensure this process goes as smoothly as possible.

I'm just beginning to make the transition from Landlord to Note Holder. 

It sounds like Palm Desert is seasonal, so diversifying into another area could help smooth out those slower months.It really comes down to your risk tolerance and long-term goals.

The communication issues with your current PMC will make that transition harder, but it's well worth it.

But I do plan on transitioning into working the wholesale process from start to finish myself as that’s the road to making more than the $10k he offers.

Give them a little extra motivation to maximize property income and keep things running smooth like butter.