If you're planning to buy in the US, there are programs for those that aren't US citizens.

It is a 4 month program for $8000. 

Quote from @Dustin Hagemeier: As someone in property management, I’m pleased to share that we’ve had significant success with the Section 8 program. [...]

By diversifying, but still investing in the most promising deals, you limit the possibility of a devastating loss without limiting your upside.  

After 20+ years in real estate partnerships, here's what actually puts you on the IRS radar (and what doesn't):REAL Red Flags That Matter:The Partner Complaint TriggerDisgruntled partner files Form 8082K-1 disputesPartnership disputes leading to tax filingsReal Impact: Instant IRS attentionSuspicious Loss ClaimsLosses exceeding investmentArtificial basis inflationSudden large losses without economic realityExample: $100K investment claiming $500K lossesRelated Party GamesCircular property flipsBelow-market transfersFamily partnership schemes without substanceWatch Out: IRC §267 and §707(b) violationsDebt Engineering Red FlagsBasis inflation schemesArtificial guarantee arrangementsPartner debt shifts near year-endCritical: IRC §752 compliance matters!

REPS does not relate to STR's.For short-term rentals (STRs) with an average rental period of seven days or less, you don’t need REP status to offset losses against other income.

I cannot say I ever did a mentoring/coaching program.

In the program, it appears that you offer a Pre-Loan Application-- perhaps this is how the program is legal?

Does anyone have a "program" or formula to use to establish a reasonable list price based on current income and expenses.

- Do you think it’s worth challenging the appraisal with Kiavi, or should I just cut my losses and move on?