He says he prefers to wait until the liens are paid off instead of inheriting the mess.I know probates also have issues arising from tracking down the Executor, and getting all family interests to be happy with the offer you present to him (though he has final authority). 

I think anyone wanting to invest in real estate will need to have goals and Define for themselves minimum deal standards and return expectations. beyond that, I think it depends on the investors personal preference.

I preferably would like to take on the BRRRR strategy, starting small. 

I want to find a safe place to live, preferable East side of Providence like Wayland or Blackstone, College Hill...and easy to get long term tenants if later on we move out of RI.

@Matthew Otero I actually greatly prefer MTM tenants as this gives you as the land lord more flexibility.

I prefer just to turn the inventory, the tax hit isn't on the top of the list of my concerns ;)  

We’ll be DIYing all reno’s on the interior to cut costs but we’d prefer to have professionals do the exterior.Thanks a bunch!

We’ll be DIYing all Reno’s on the interior but we’d prefer to have professionals do the exterior.Thanks a bunch!

I would preferably get a buy to let since renting through rooms (to a target audience of students) can offer 8% net rental yield.

I do prefer the face to face interaction, but I can get on a plane if I find an accountant that helps me meet my goals and interests.