I just haven't been doing any bookkeeping basically, and need to get set up and ready to file taxes, and continue to maintain adequate bookkeeping. 

Another nondescript commercial strip nearby has a coffee roaster & that's proved very popular so a bake shop next door was a natural addition. 

I have always had an interest in real estate and finance so after graduating with a bachelor degree in Finance it was only natural for me to be even more intrigued with all that real estate has to offer.

Based of your brief description of your scenario and preferences, I would say that BRRR, especially out of state, is not the right play for you as it will certainly be one of the more time intensive options.Syndication by it's nature is a partnership with someone who has sweat equity.

I highly doubt it but it is never a bad idea to have adequate reserves.

Aside from being horrible tenants; always late with the rent, combative in nature and mean to the other residents, they stopped paying rent altogether in spring of 2019.

In today’s environment with allergies and using natural products hardwood is the best.  

This home has tile and carpet throughout with lots of natural lighting provided by skylights in the living room and bathroom.

There is tile and carpet throughout with lots of natural lighting provided by skylights in the living room and bathroom.

.- And, when faced with the reality that your approach is not working in your market... the natural next question is what approach is working?