Buying correctly is another large factor (in any RE transaction).Of the comments above from Evan, while it may appear to be scary and cautionary (as it should), don't let it discourage you either.

It appears that there is no obvious process for claiming this fence.

Anyone else notice an increase in BP users responding in forums with what appear to be ChatGPT-generated answers?

Additionally, there is a "share pledge" that I've never seen before on any loan docs that if I sign, appears to sell 100% of my interests in my company to "Loan Funder LLC".

If there are other issues, those should be addressed regardless of whether it may appear you're doing it under threat.

If you go to one of those as often as possible, your person will appear through honest networking and relationship building.

Recently found an email with what appears to be forged signatures of my father and step mother for the Hero program.

I have seen situations where a leak that appeared to be HVAC was a plumbing issue and vice versa.

Lastly, if you represent yourself, be prepared to block out several days for court appearances, no matter if the tenant shows up or not. 

It does come down to your goals, your time to allocate, your business sense, your ability to bring or raise capital, and what you are trying to accomplish.I am personally not a fan of short term rentals, as it appears regulations in many cities keep making it harder.