R  Resevres:  Needed for downpayment and Emergency Reserve.  

Well, surprise, surprise the phony investment firm up and disappeared.

I will also emphasize the importance of keeping at least 5% of your gross rent income and allocate it toward emergency situations each month. 

., leaving it primarily to the platform's messaging system or texts has worked out so far, reserving direct phone contact for requests or emergencies (which saves time).

good medical at emergency!

Less waste, more controlled environment, less surprises. 

Like others on here, I am surprised that there is not more knowledge about DSTs.

You should jump into the weeds as long as you have a few exit strategies, know the market, have a stable 9-5, and emergency savings.

Hang on to the rest for emergencies.  

I want to remain local in NJ or at most drive down 1hr to PA (self-manage or, last resort, hire a PM)However, I must also consider maintaining reserves, a safety net for my primary home, and an emergency fund.It's just hard for a new investor now :(