Hi All, So I did some looking around on the forums within this sub-topic and it looks like there are numerous recommendations for CPA.

Been said numerous times (by agents) and it's NOT.  

I think sometimes investors get tunnel vision and focus on one number when the reality is there are numerous things that go into a safe and stable investment in real estate.  

In addition to no heat, there were numerous other damages throughout the house, door knobs ripped out, holes in interior doors, a/c cover missing/broken, fast-food bags laying around half eaten, bottom basement step broken. 

From what you've written, it kind of sounds like you have the "Shiny Object Syndrome."

Finding neutral third parties to talk to can sometimes lead to a more objective opinion.

I’ll try to break it down as clearly as I can with as much objectivity as possible.

When your cash cost increases, but your cash return doesn't, or the cash return is reduced, then you lose.The object in REI isn't to own the assets. 

The school district continues to receive numerous accolades and top honors, which has certainly helped spur much of the growth. 

After spending countless hours answering numerous questions and being on hold with numerous insurance companies and brokers, I have had two refuse me at the last minute just as I was about to sign up.