Also, check state-specific tax laws, as some states impose additional transfer taxes.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

If not and you wrote them the check, then most likely the $ is gone and suing for that money will cost you more than $1000 unfortunately.So cancel the agreement and request the funds

I'd check local STR FB groups and see if you have a local Real Estate Club.You can offer your services there, maybe for free in exchange for the experience.

Would love any additional info and the chance to check it out! 

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Check with local realtors for handyman recommendations. 

I’d like to learn more about syndicating, could you share some good places to check out?

So more Roth for way less in taxable income incurred. doing this is easiest in a Solo 401k if you qualify but can also be done using a checkbook IRA as well. check out this post that @Dmitriy Fomichenko made explaining this concept.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1223601-how-t... 

They paired me up with a member service advisor for 60 days, who checks in on you once a week and helps find content for you and keeps you accountable.

You can also choose to take the consistent lower risk 70% of expected income model where you get that same check every month, regardless of turnover and vacancy rates.