AZREIA is the biggest group here - lots of great events, advice and networking.

It usually will say subject to those repairs, as opposed to denied.

Ask about extensions and the cost and then find a mortgage broker that will help you refinance to a long term loan in the event the cost is too high. 

I would also strongly recommend going to some local REI events and ask for title company referrals and also ask the local investors what they use for contracts.

I also see an incentive for the PM to churn through tenants as opposed to finding good long term tenants.

There're two advantages you gain: you can deduct all business overhead expenses (as opposed to only expenses specific to maintaining the properties) and, if you have positive net profit after depreciation, you will be eligible for the new 20% QBI (qualified business income) deduction.

If you purchase via an IRA (as opposed to a 401k), you will need to open an IRA account at a specialty trust company which allows for investments in real estate.

Does this sound like a smart plan as opposed to selling?

if I title an inherited property in an LLC, as opposed to in my name, do I lose step-up basis?

Or you can directly meet them by registering to real estate events around you: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings 6.