Everyone has their own strategy, and risk tolerance, but from my own experience the returns I listed above are very achievable with minimal risk.

@Kenny Tan, The only true zero maintenance option is to sell and take the tax hit.

Had zero structural issues but was home to many cats.It was also a live in flip.

With last years taxes, I was able to write off my rental income down to zero through depreciation, repairs, hoa's, taxes, insurance, etc on my rental properties.Since I do not meet the qualifications to go to $-25,000 I was wondering if the additional money I could have written off can be passed on to next years taxes?

I know that drives the "your moneys not working for you" crowd nuts, but waiting to reinvest till it cools off a bit could make sense, based on your risk tolerance. 

I believe most zero(or low) money down loans require buyers to move-in, but is it possible to purchase a duplex without moving in using a 5% downpayment?  

I typically see seller to provide a basic owner's title policy.

I've read that Chase implemented a 30 day short sale evaluation policy as of late 2015.  

You do not need a degree in real estate their is zero ROI.

Thank God the insurance policy did not exclude mold/water damage.