If you look at each item individually VS all of them as a group it generally becomes clear what needs to be done. 

The big truck is generally a very self motivated individual and the beat up van guy will want payment every 30 minutes to keep going.  

If you don't like how they operate, no harm no foul, move on and find a company that suits your needs.

Of course taking into account mgmt costs 7-12% for each property to see if the numbers make sense for your ROI for each individual property.

In addition, I live in NYS and from my understanding, an individual has a limit of 10 mortgages in his / her name.SO, MY QUESTION(S):1.  

Clear well defined goals and agreements as to your individual responsibilities, contributions will be a good start.Best of luck on the journey! 

In my opinion interventions that act against the basic concepts of supply and demand would in the long run cause more harm than good.

Reach out to investors and like minded individuals.

I have some capital put to the side, furnishings/decor ready and two cleaning companies already in pocket but need to find an individual/company who is currently subleasing so I can finally get my feet wet.

ITS THE SELLER that needs the Lawyer NOT the buyer  The seller has many ways to get harmed in these transactions..