I thought about using a contact from the web ... but is that safe?

They just want a safe place to park their $ and have faith it will grow safely via appreciation in the US housing market and generate cash flow.

I would assume this would mean the big ticket items (furnace, HVAC, plumbing, windows, roof, etc.) are in safe working order.

That’s the best bet.

Some component materials are in short supply, so raw components may be more expensive or in short supply.Your best bet may be looking for something in stock at a big box store.

@Namit RaisuranaYou bet Namit!

But if you have followed the rules, keep your place safe, and have no real just cause for them to "go after" your personal property, is it common for frivolous lawsuits to move forward,  and has anyone (that you know of) been burned by not having an LLC because of this (lost it all)? 

Offer to help someone in the group if a situation arises—even if you get nothing but learning in return.Find a safe, liquid, higher-yield place to store savings.

I bet it feels good watching the market shoot up right in front of you after you have owned this bad boy for a decade!

That’s the best bet.