I'm forming a professional group this year in the greater Richmond, Virginia area! 

So if the operator has done 5 class A deals in Charlotte and now has a 1970s value add Class C deal in Dallas, I would be careful. 

Navigating these from a distance can be more challenging.Market Risk: You might not be as immediately aware of changes in the market dynamics, and reacting to market shifts can be more challenging when you're not physically present.Travel Costs and Time: Visiting your property or dealing with issues may require more time and resources, especially if it's a considerable distance away.In summary, investing out-of-state offers the potential for diversification and higher returns, but it requires careful planning, reliance on local experts, and a willingness to adapt to different market dynamics.

If there was interest charged on the loan, then it may not be a lot of money.Imagine you borrowed money from a bank and they repossessed it because you weren't taking care of the home.

Everyone we have have dealt with from Holistic REI has been professional, transparent, and responsive.  

It's important to carefully evaluate the financial implications and consider various factors before making a decision.

You need to be careful handling the transactions, like not depositing checks in your regular account and then transferring to your Roth.

Are there similar patterns in your neighborhood/will tenants/other prospective buyers care about this also?

If she asks again, tell her you will only allow it if she pays for it, she has it professionally installed and shows you the invoice, and if it stays with the house when she leaves.Get it in writing.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?