On another note, does anyone know of an online insurer that will write specified actual value policies that would allow me to choose the actual value that is adequate for my program?

Alternatively, you could waive the commission in exchange for a small equity share in the deal, aligning yourself with investor success.Once due diligence is complete, network through real estate groups, your spouse’s contacts, or online platforms like BiggerPockets to find investors.

The FMV at date of death is your new basis.

Dated flooring?

You’d need to file the Articles of Organization with the Colorado Secretary of State (the cost is around $50), get an EIN from the IRS (which is free and can be done online), and possibly draft an operating agreement, which isn’t required in Colorado but is still a good idea.

Go for a local manager, not an online, discount company like Evolve or Vacasa.Try to interview several managers.

All of the listing agreements I've found online are between sellers and realtors, not investors. 

They are super helpful, provide so many forms online necessary for the start up.

It’s similar to the mortgage calculators you can see online but can add extra payments.

They will backdate it to the date the property passed the inspection.