All of the skillsets that you are looking for frequent these meetings. 

I get asked this question quite frequently.

Sure it could be a liability issue as well, but casualty claims are many times more frequent than liability claims.

You can get a list of people who share characteristics with motivated sellers.

I understand the closed-end structure is far more common for real estate funds but various characteristics (e.g., set termination date, defined investment period, inability to change/add investors, inability to re-invest precedes from flips, etc.) seem to conflict with our goals.Open-end funds seem to address many of these concerns but it seems like there is a much greater level of complexity that comes with that structure. 

Like being around my family more, being able to take vacations more frequently, sharing with those in need, and being able to share knowledge with others that are starting out in REI. 

If so, id get a card that gives benefits while spending, if you vacation a lot get one for frequent flyers, or cash back on purchases or points back.

I frequently walk away from rental properties because of taxes.

New restaurants, bars and shops opening up very frequently.

The others are a dealer and a frequent late payer.