I’d say investors that choose better locations and better properties within those locations will have a much better chance of success as the big risks will be minimized (by better properties I mean with less deferred maintenance, not necessarily newer but newer can sometimes reduce operating expenses, or older with “good bones” that are well maintained, especially if you’re needing to outsource any work and manage it remotely).

(I am usually lazy about courses and pick + choose my engagement) This feels very different from most things I have "tried" to work on in life (except for when I turned to RSD and Owen Cook a out 13 years ago to improve my dating life which resulted in finding/ attracting and marrying the girl of my dreams!

Note I am not stating I find this ideal, but if an operator has outstanding performance record, I may be able to tolerate sub-par communication.  

A lot of investors based in markets like California and New York are choosing to purchase their investments OOS in the Midwest because of the affordability and numbers making more sense.

At 95% LTV (I would choose 95% LTV over the fha) the down and reserves is easier than the monthly.  

This is a good time to choose a closing attorney you trust and like, start building a relationship with them and bring them business.

Tenants will trash your property, regardless of what market you choose to invest in.

I know several investors who choose to represent themselves, but they often end up netting less than they would if they had an agent.

If internet is $60 per month, in a 30 day month, you should reimburse here $2 per day or $8.If you choose to offer her more as a customer satisfaction olive branch, that is up to you.

Take short-term rentals - they do provide several tax benefits, but they are hard to run and very hard to succeed at so people make the mistake of choosing the tax vehicle, get the benefit, and then lose money on the investment and hate it.