It takes time and requires work.  

Those markets are higher priced and require a lot of capital. 

I would have to say that the curtain rod would be easier, but if you are worried about caulking and don't want to risk water damage then the glass doors might be worth the investment.

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So if I can follow this model and achieve similar-ish returns with limited amounts of work, I require a greater return than that from real estate.

You can reinvest into sponsored investments or funds that don't require you to go out and personally borrow money at today's rates.As a 1031 accommodator, I'm clearly a fan of exchanging. 

You should put the property under an LLC Your third question is referring to the short term rental loophole, which requires 100 hours and more then anyone else of "material participation".

You could do that, but it is not required and the costs likely outweigh any benefits. 

Exactly unintended consequences and total BS. its like throwing the baby out with the bath water. this is not good this needs to be addressed in a positive manner and like right NOW. in my mind. 

Net income = $39,240Monthly operating expenses are as follows: Trash - $33, Landscaping/yard - $66, Electric - tenants pay, Water - $95, Maintenance $87Monthly taxes about 3KSo, gross expenses are at $41,064If I'm doing the calculations correctly, my net operating income is -$21,888 and cap rate is -3.4%.Obviously the current numbers look terrible for this investment, but I feel like the rent should be raised significantly based on comps (above 2K each unit).