@Mike StahlmanFor a return with 4 rentals, it depends how organized your records are.

You might be able to drive some small amount of organic traffic using social media but it's very little and not worth it.

She looks like the organizer.

People doing 10+ deals a year4-6 peoplePeople that want to be open and share best practices – a diverse group of investorsPeople willing to provide constructive feedbackAn initial call for everyone to explain their business model – what you are doing, what you are looking for, etc.Once a month organized calls (Skype or Google) with an agendaA shared group (probably on Facebook, Google drive) where we can share ideas outside of our meeting timesCommunication and accountability outside of the once/month meetingThis is an evolving thing and I am open to best practices and ideas others might have.

However, it is important for investors to consider their own risk tolerances and investment objectives and not just focus on tax benefits. 

I have a high interest in nailing this one as we have made decisions with the confidence in the Des Moines macro picture being solid.Here's a few observations in speaking to your question:I used to volunteer very heavily for an organization that would re-settle refugees, from all around the world. 

Thanks everyone for your feedbacks@Shmuel Waldman these are questions i am looking for. which will help me organize what my plans and decision should be@J Scott the contractor does not get paid till the property is flipped.

I’m looking for something easy, organized, and hopefully automated.

@Thomas S.Great advice - thxSo if I took out a large amount as protection, the hope is that there will be an HOA decision during the process in whicn he objects to the withheld funds.

You personally not liking something isn't the same as objective constructive criticism.