(I had iCloud storage for my personal use prior to getting into this field)I realize the above items can be used for personal use as well, which is why I am asking. 

When vetting a syndicator, you should ask them how they handle pass through losses, and some may provide historic averages for their prior investments.  

Prior Landlord Reference - Call them!

Could you share if you were able to verify if there were other liens or indebtedness prior to your purchase of the tax lien?

Avoid using email as much as possible, beware of attachments, get any wiring instructions over the phone and verify those wiring instructions by calling the bank back at the number on their website. 

Make sure you understand the work that needs to be done and educate yourself prior the walkthrough and ask questions and share any thought you have about the project.this is the most important decision of your renovation.

Id think the toughest aspect is making sure folks mesh well and either a cleaner is paid or there are set instructions for cleaning on common areas. 

I think the methodology of going out and solving peoples problems is timeless, but because the paperwork and instructions suck, and the material being almost 20 years old, I'd pass on this one.

If some beneficiaries have already rejected seller financing or sub to deals, then the trustee will obey their instructions. 

You just have to season the funds which means get it into a savings account 3 months prior to the purchase application.