This may work in certain climates or seasonally, but I've ran into issues with it during "in-between" seasons where both cooling and heating was needed, so I ultimately just turned it off.Guests can switch between heat and AC but you are right, the temperature limits apply either way so it can be tricky on shoulder seasons.

I was standing in the parking of of one of my apartment buildings chatting with my contractor and cleaning guy when the cleaning guy goes 'WTF' as he looks over my shoulder.

Think, I have FULL WEIGHT of liability on my shoulders for ANYTHING my agent's do.

It's better to rub shoulders, read, and listen, not ask.

If transparency about contract assignment is such an issue (which I personally don't think is, because what matters to seller is money and house off shoulder, not the business model of people involved in unloading his burden), then I believe new MD Law passed this year will take care of it.

You think you have stress now, buckle-up  because if you want any shot of actually getting there your gonna have to grow Rhino skin and carry Atlas's load on your shoulders my friend.

It’s a great way to rub shoulders with other real investors in your area that can offer lots of advice and guidance. 

Work with an experienced investor or join a group so others can look over your shoulder and fill in your knowledge gaps. 

Seems like you have a good head on your shoulder thinking about this now. 

Like Gabe was saying, it probably isn't a bad idea to go to some local meetups and rub shoulders with some people who have been doing this a while and don't mind sharing some of their contacts with you.Good luck!