They argue that the first few years maintenance would be insignificant since the properties are renovated, and so you're essentially stashing that money away for the future maintenance needs. 

I think what you are describing is essentially a data center Build to suit perhaps? 

We include a couple days of essentials like toilet paper, etc to get them by. 

High-quality listing photos are essential, so hire a professional photographer.

They are lawyers so can appeal through the whole process essentially for free.

It is essentially a cave with only that one means of egress.

Rud, Syndication deals (and crowdfunding deals which are essentially syndications that are allowed to market over the Internet) can be set up in numerous different ways.So there isn't going to be one single answer for this.To answer your question, I am not an accountant and you should always consult with your own tax accountant before making any investment decision.

Throw in a few nice touches, like coffee or board games, to wow your guests.Keep extra linens, cleaning supplies, and essentials like toilet paper handy so turnovers are quick and easy.

Essentially, a 1031 exchange is that neat little trick in the U.S. tax code letting you swap out one investment property for another “like-kind” property, all without taking a tax hit upfront.

Trump got significant tax reductions in his first term when essentially all demorats proposed tax increases.Of course, we don't want guess work, but we also don't want to ignore the direction that the tax policy will be headed.