I have a few rentals with section 8, and they are professionally managed.

Self-Employment Opportunities: Would it make sense to start a side business related to my rental properties (such as property management) to access more deductions?

We play matchmaker, put our clients first in all arenas, and also manage.

I manage hundreds of rentals and most of them are caulked every 5 - 10 years.

BAM and Praxis have definitely managed the situation better at this point in time. 

The investor manages the project, and the lender receives a percentage of the profits upon sale. - The property is renovated and sold at a significant profit, and both parties are satisfied. 5.

If you are investing out of state, then do you already have a good property manager lined up? 

Your experience reminds me to manage the portfolio well (i.e. sell losers) and to be patient. 

However, there's a critical detail that many tax advisors conveniently overlook when promoting these studies.Here's the uncomfortable truth: If you're a high-income earner (AGI > $150,000) and not actively managing your properties, those promised tax savings might be locked away for years.

What percentage of gross revenue does an owner typically keep if they do employ a property manager?