Fort Bragg/Liberty isn't going to be growing smaller any time soon - I'd think it all depends on which category comes along as a 'deal' first.

If you can't self manage (which everyone thinks is easy - but it's a LOT of work so depends on your available time to devote to answering basic questions over and over, calling 3 cleaners to replace the one that called out for the 5th time in season, calling an A/C company because your guest turned the thermostat down to 65 in 100 degree weather, etc.) then either go with iTrip if they have a strong franchise in your market or a mid-size local company with a good reputation.

However, how different syndicators allocate depreciation varies widely.  

@Ivan Huerta it really depends on what your strategy is.

Does anyone have a recommendation for a Chimney Sweep that you have worked with and consider to be dependable and cost - effective?  

Depends on how you bought it but if you can refi 80% of the new value with a long term conventional and rent it at $1,000 per month you should be able to cash flow it around $125/month

With a conventional (non fha mortgage) you can put between 5%-19% down (depending on lender) and you'll only have monthly pmi. 

Do you offer pro-rated rent depending on how many days it takes to fix?

They typically expect 30-40% down and 10-15% in reserves depending on the risk factors of the property.  

Hi @Andrew Orr, depending on your goals of taking an active or passive role with your real estate investments, if you're an accredited investor you might consider investment into DSTs.