But, for instance, I sent them a notice of rent increase effective February 1 and needed them to confirm that they have accepted the new payment terms through our electronic payment system, and even after repeated notices, they are not responding.

I’ve seen many investor clients use 1031 exchanges effectively.. just be sure to get specialized tax advice.

Quote from @Scott Tennell: For real estate investors who have worked with private money lenders, what strategies have you found most effective in structuring deals to ensure both parties are protected and the funding process runs smoothly? 

Why would you do anything that effectively pays you less than that?

By recognizing the signs and implementing effective preventative measures, landlords and property managers can protect themselves from potential scams.

2.What are the best and most cost-effective solutions for managing this potential long-term issue?

It’s easy access to the other neighborhoods   Lots of potential development space for bars and restaurants   Lake effect brewing is dumping money into a brew pub.  

I've watched several "Webinars" (pretty sure they're just hyped up YouTube videos and not what I would consider a webinar) right here from BP that are really just a push to become a "PRO" and gain access to all the tools.

Take advantage of the great learning tools it has offer.

The online tools are a good way to get a ballpark number and can sometimes be close to accurate, but a PM is able to tell you a more accurate amount.