There should be some sort of regulation put in place for it.The best solution I can think of is to, I don’t know, have some sort of program or schooling where you could go learn how to fundamentally and legally sell real estate.

I retired at 59 4 years ago, but then found a job where I only put in 32-35 hours a week.

You can take your gross and put in 1% if you feel like you need to save for maintenance each month.

Do what you say you'll do and show that you'll put in the effort.

My fellow investor client was very active in identifying properties and having me run comps and put in offers.

A big benefit to you is that if you purchase an STR near you, you can use the income from the property to offset your W2 income IF you manage it yourselves and put in more hours than anyone else.

Most DPA you will still have to put in $1,000.  

I put in a wider front door (with a sidelight), bout otherwise stayed true to the line drawing.Good Luck!

They each serve their own purpose, but absolutely will require you to put in research up front and spend the time (a couple hours tops) to figure out how to leverage them to save time. 

In reality, there is always an issue each month that requires us to put in more money.