you just input the address and it import the information which has bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. just be careful with the insurance and property tax data.

That is just not realistic in this current market.So in my opinion it's important to expose yourself to a large number of deals, so you can develop an intuitive sense of what's reasonable and what's not (and quickly discard the ones that aren't).And it's true that there is no way to 100% protect from fraud (and not just in passive real estate investments but even in public stocks etc.).

A few other houses (all single family houses) on the same street are on the market for rental and they (including my house) all get grouped and nestled under one cover listing as “units” of an apartment complex.

Upgrades included modernizing interiors, updating plumbing and electrical, and enhancing curb appeal.

The renovation process included modernizing outdated features, updating plumbing and electrical systems, and enhancing curb appeal.

With all of our experience, including my husband being a residential drafter and designer.

The one who thinks that they are masters of the universe in EVERY area of life, has 30 different businesses, claims to be fit as a fiddle, with a life in perfect harmony, shows off huge toys, has 30 different businesses, including selling their time by the hour to provide coaching... this person is not running a real estate syndication business.

Most importantly, choose a market that aligns with your goals!

I would just go on VRBO (or similar) and look how people design their properties where it really matters (they are trying to rent to daily guests and design/amenities are super important.

My primary goal is to find the most cost-effective solution that minimizes tax liabilities, including avoiding property tax reassessment and maximizing the step-up in cost basis.