Look into/google "Self-Directed IRA". 

We're in the age of tech, if you shut down the MLS and make it an exclusivity thing then something else will appear. 

My current scale is self manage and not a management company. 

The 400k$ quote is for a quite extensive whole house remodel (moving walls, windows, openings, expanding footprint and +1 bath, +1bed) and includes design, consultants and permits.

Essentially, people could donate money and get tax deductions and then that money could be pooled to buy property, fix it, rent it and pay a manager.I’m assuming it would be similar to a self invested Ira.

I was using Mint to track my personal finances, including real estate transactions and net worth, and found it really useful. 

You've probably heard of Culture Index before, but if you haven't, let me tell you, it's been one of the biggest organizational game-changers we've implemented at Rentwell.The Culture Index is our key to understanding the driving forces behind each team member, including myself.

I'd like to make tenants responsible for lawn/yard maintenance and provide a self propelled push mower.

I currently invest in PA with plans to venture off in in New Jersey also.You have an option of hiring a property management company or self-managing if you decide to invest out of state.

Cost me 5k, the upgrades were not unreasonable, and the electrical work included safety improvements.