If any of these do not pan out, the turnkey company feels the weight of assuming that risk. 

I have a very nice friend who wants to lend me money to purchase a property with no interest.Will I have to pay taxes on the private money loan?

It may sound nice to pay a 6% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no additional fees.

@Andrey ShostakA tax calculator would be nice.

Go to Etsy and search for "rental property tracker," and you will find hundreds of nice spreadsheets to track 10-20 rentals, usually for under $10.Software has extremely helpful features like online payments, marketing syndication (click a button, and your property is advertised on multiple sites), electronic document review/signing, maintenance tracking, and owner reports.

As I’m saving up for my first investment, I would like to learn more about the industry - and it would be nice to earn some income while doing so.Are there any specific skills or knowledge I need to secure a VA side gig? 

Its always nice to hear positive things about local people. 

It is the most popular software in the industry and all CPAs know how to navigate it which is nice.

Philly is a nice option, but you have to study the blocks for about a year to be sure you understand the area you are investing in.

I had a nice conversation with them and approved their booking for Aug 2025.So, it pays to keep an eye out for a repeat booking that looks fake as they could just not be seeing you responses.