Sounds like if you know and follow the rules you should not only be OK but pretty well insulated from competition (people swarming in and oversaturating)

BP's rules won't allow roofers and contractors to reach out to you in this section of the forums.

Some states have outlawed wholesaling because it straddles the line, some states have rules about how you can and can't market wholesale deals, so be careful here.

You can hit the 2% rule if done right.  

There is a rule.  

It started as a goal, turned into a rule, now it's a law I very happily live.

If you violate any of these rules you could blow up your IRA or 401k and the IRS could force you to distribute all of the assets in the IRA or 401k.

You might also want to consult local property managers or rental market reports for a more accurate picture.When it comes to estimating CapEx during preliminary analysis, without visiting the property, you can use a general rule based on the property’s age and condition.

If you hired an agent or a broker to work with you, you'd be covered - but regulations & laws vary from place to place.Screening is best done by establishing a set of guidelines to qualify applicant tenants, then sticking to those rules to avoid legal issues (and for your own sanity).

Mind Excess Business Loss Rules.