In online forums, the danger I've experienced is the "national" effect. 

If operating costs increase, then customers/tenants will eat the costs in tight markets.

We do have a property management company and even with our experience with LTR's, just no way we could effectively manage this home without local property management. 

WHAT IS A COST SEGREGATION STUDY?

I've been informed that completing the course alone may not be sufficient to pass the exam, so I’m seeking advice on how to prepare effectively once I complete it.Currently, my only other resources include a YouTube video, five practice exams, and a textbook.If you have any additional suggestions—whether online or in-person, paid or free—that could help me effectively prepare for the exam, I would greatly appreciate them.

Does anyone have a recommendation of a national collection agency that is effective?

With an LLC, you may be able to deduct business expenses more effectively and avoid double taxation.

Prior to last year, effectively any SFR was eligible for a short term rental license.

The seller will lose some rent, potentially incur costs to evict, possibly costs to clean out the units depending on your sales agreement.

Assuming your property is in Utah (like your profile indicates), here's the state law from a basic internet search:In Utah, a tenant who abandons a rental property without notice is liable for the lesser of the following: The rent remaining on the leaseThe rent plus the difference between the fair rental value and the agreed-upon rentThe cost to restore the property to its original conditionThe landlord can also remove the tenant's belongings and sell them if the tenant doesn't claim them within a reasonable time.