Tile looks better but it’s a rental and would need the tenant to help maintain which I don’t want to rely on.

Even if they technically have the legal right to be involved but it is clear they are relying on your expertise, then you can still have a securities issue.Then next issue is how are you going to make money?

If not, why have a 401(k) at all and not entirely rely on social security?

So the title company relies on the lawyer doing their job correctly.

Do not rely solely on your PM- they are not CPA's!

I've had good luck with Carl Brousseau at Rely Taxes.

But to be honest, I believe the main issue was the fact that we weren't local and we would be relying on a PM to maintain the place.

Go see it and make Your offer.Run your own numbers rather than relying on the Realtor.  

Here in NEPA, I rely on the MLS, not social media. 

Is there software such as core logic that can give me data as far as home price and area growth, employment and home prices, rental prices so I dont have to rely on lazy agents who are not motivated.