I don't think that simply having an LLC would protect you from that Bubba the roofer.

How have you identified quality contractors and kept them on pace?

After you identify what avatar wants to find you, go looking as if you were them. 

Anything 1m+ will be harder to sell (I am making assumptions on the price), there is simply a smaller pool of buyers.

If I pay it off, I could maximize cash flow earlier, reducing financial stress and allowing me to focus on other ventures or simply enjoy life more.On the other hand, I know some people advocate for keeping cheap debt and using the extra cash to invest elsewhere for potentially higher returns.Why I’m leaning toward paying it off:Security: No debt = peace of mind.Financial freedom earlier: A fully paid-off rental would give me a significant monthly cash flow?

. $800k/annually less 38% taxes= $496,000 annually=$41k/mo.I was simply answering what it would take to yield $40k in cash flow monthly, that is all.To answer your other questions, I don't know what you're buying with $1M that produces gross $30k/mo.

I have not selected a specific property yet, but want to at least identify my potential investors.

The term curb appeal is simply referring to the home's exterior being appealing, which doesn't have anything to do with plants or pots or items directly.

Simply put, there are a limited amount of PMs that will operate in the area, so I ended up with poor management.

I’ve taken time to study markets in each state and identified a few promising opportunities.