Furnace filters can go either way; some landlords handle it to protect the HVAC system, while others leave it to tenants with a reminder schedule.

Having legal documents in place help protect you. 

This fact makes it possible to easily adjust the LTV ratio and protect the lender’s investment.  

Review your loan agreement for restrictions, and consult legal and tax professionals to ensure compliance and protect your interests.In C State, you can elect to file MMLLC as disregarded entity for tax reasons.

Hoarding is a protected class because it is a disability. 

Since you generally won't know for sure when a party will end, you can try to protect yourself when entering the party by buying into the type of property investment that will suffer less should the party come to an end.

A well written management contract should clearly spell out what is expected of both the PMC and the owner, to PROTECT both and avoid misunderstandings.

The best thing you can do to protect yourself is to follow the law and treat people honestly and fairly. 

I'm sure Elite has complex T&Cs to protect themselves, but it costs you nothing to dispute the transaction.  

@Matt Huber - if you bought in 2021 in Harvest, you should have seen some decent appreciation - however, if you bought these as turnkeys, that may explain some of the lack of appreciation you are experiencing.