We routinely turn off boilers during the summer to prevent them from running to keep up to temp all the time during the warm months.

Its this sharp depreciating component which has always prevented such a purchase.  

However, be mindful that preventative maintenance, such as HVAC servicing, can arise even with recent renovations.

This would also prevent me from using the HELOC for a different type of investment like BRRRR or fix and flip.

Of course - having a w-2 job will never prevent you from setting up an IRA including a self-directed IRA.If yes, how can I fund it?

Resist, go to jail.Some guys are using this as a preventive measure. 

To be transparent, there is not 100% full proof way of preventing fraud.

--------------------------------------I don't think it prevents you as an owner from initiating the action.Personally, I wouldn't have any moratoriums on private transactions.  

You can prevent this by requiring them to add you as "additional interest" on their policy.

Even the best property management companies (PMC) struggle with:- Finding reliable handyman and contractors (ServiceTechs)- Same with affordable ones- Tracking preventive maintenance- Tracking previous work for potential reoccurrence warranty coverage- Understanding tenant reported problems, so the correct ServiceTech can be dispatched- Determining if tenant is at fault for an issue & should be charged - and will proof stand up in court?