So you can DIY and realistically chances are quite low that you'd have any issues, but if the IRS reviews it the fines and penalties will significantly outweigh saving some money by not having it done professionally plus you're either gonna leave a lot on the table or overstate which is a surefire way to get audited.

Regarding your creek, the issue is really (as you know) that someone will fall in and get injured (or drown).

Let me summarize the main issues here for everyone's benefit.

I have the issue of a high mortgage and taxes and insurance.

While I use Tschetter Sulzer as my attorney for Landlord Tenant issues, I don't think they regularly practice in the area of Real Estate Agent representation.

I don't have an issue, but I learned a lot and will make a few changes.Mike

Sometimes I contact people with a question about their experience, and often they are happy to answer, but this doesn't create any momentum to build a relationship in the long run.I'm actually considering moving somewhere else where there are more opportunities (e.g. more REI meetups), but I'm not sure this will automatically solve the issue I described for the LinkedIn approach.

We have to be the bad guys and shield for two emotional items. 

This gives additional reassurance that this specific 'fringe' region between Waldo and Marlborough is a sound area to invest IMO. particularly in the long term.Main issue with the Quads is price: they started at $550 asking in September of last year.

I use their free version and have had no issues.