@David Lewis:-) I advise most of our members to read "Acres of Diamonds" then let's have a discussion, if you want?

Since you won't be close to the property, a PM will help you take care of everything from far away.

This active income can help me fund my retirement as well as help me get reimbursement for home office and health care premium while lower my tax liability.

You need to read the sheriff sale information carefully, or if in a county with a magistrate then read their ruling. 

Personally, I like Pace and think he is a smart guy who cares about helping people, but the empire has overtaken the vision.

All the IRS cares is that the taxpayer is the same. 

Attend seminars, join online forums, and read up on the latest market trends to stay informed.Remember, real estate investing is not without its challenges.

I read Brian’s book and still learned more than a few things.  

I don't care for this.

They are billed as "a scientific approach to single-family rentals" and use "institutional grade property management," which usually means they are a tech company in real estate and likely either don't have the existing property management relationships in each area or you chose an area where they don't have enough units through Roofstock for the PM they chose to care.