The donor would just need to write a letter informing the bank that the "gift" does not have to be paid back.

Writing that check for the down payment was absolutely frightening at the time.

Losses are going to offset future income.

It’s a great way to get your expenses paid for and sometimes even be able to write off other living expenses.

i dont plan on watching them just dont want to deal with removing and re installing if ever vacant.

Looking for ways to offload some of the work that comes with RE investing.

Best of luck on all your future endeavors. 

I do not plan to buy anymore properties in Indiana, and plan to do all my future investing locally.

You'll end up with pissed off tenants and future expenses. 

My thinking is that as long as the yard looks like a yard and can function as a yard (ie. junk-free, has grass & dirt), then it doesn't make much sense to invest heavily into landscaping like re-sodding or other projects.