I've been concerned about what happens when these units die on us.

Being accredited or not isn't that big of a deal, it's more about why and where you want to invest.I am concerned that you wrote "I would like to start in syndication" because that does not fit anything else you said.

Aside from cost and finding a good contractor, my major concern is safety of the home while it's vacant and being worked on.

I would love to connect you with my broker who is also an investor in Oklahoma City and hop on the phone with you as well to help pinpoint concerns you may have and provide more clarifying information if you're interested- I do also understand if you have a lot of agents in your inbox or one's you're comfortable with already so this is no pressure at all!

Checking in guests from 8 hours away will be the least of your concerns.  

I'd love to learn more about your criteria and to discuss any other questions or concerns you might have! 

Plus, when done correctly, you as the KP can capture the ALL the Fed investment Tax Credits (ITC) plus the  State, MARCS, and Cost Seg Depreciation to massively offset your High W2 / 1099 Income - I wrote a book specifically for people like you and your wife to address your concerns. 

I would then want to know if there are any access easements to the rail line or restrictive covenants on the property which would negatively impact my ability to develop the land.Lastly, my concern would be environmental.

A lot of that has to do with Schools And other Social benefits and concerns. 

I explained I had spoken with his wife and that they should’ve made me aware of any concerns or issues so I could remedy and that I would clean the oven if it pleases him.