In my example, the rent-collection business would:Collect rent (but do no other activities)Pass through rent 100% so would not be receiving compensation (that's the definition of "hired" isn't it?)

You will find a lot of members fro the Baltimore area very active here on BP.

Shital Thakkar if it's near to downtown or any major business condo will go on rent quickly but more turnaround then SF.

What I've wanted was a Local Live Active Mentor and am not sure I always knew it.

I am thinking about activated charcoal.

The major drawback there is that you would have to pay closing costs twice in 6 months.  

No major foundation issues.

You'll have time to adjust and refine your business as you go along.Another recommendation is to become active in the local REIA's.

The house was bank owned, and needs some work, but nothing too  major. 

The vast majority of the properties go under contract before the rehab is done, however, the investor doesn't close until the rehab is done, an inspection completed and a tenant in place.