A $100-200 metal frame is pretty much indestructable and have weight capacities that are 10-20X+ that of the average person. 

Yes, there is up-keep of that real estate, so don't be dumb and think it is without it's expense to hold or operate that store of wealth over the years, this is where correct analysis and operational planning comes in.

It’s about your safety and peace of mind.I agree with others that bringing in a property manager or legal support can help take some of the weight off you, especially while you focus on the renovation and your family.

Oh...and another thing...realtors get a lot of hate and 95% deserve it, but if you are investing and get the right agent that really knows their stuff, they can be worth their weight in gold.

Some aged persons who don't have the income or $ to upkeep their home, is it better the home falls into disrepair, or they ride into the sunset impoverished so whatever heir get's their windfall? 

Keep your documentation tight, with leases and rent history ready, since that will make the process smoother and show lenders that your properties can carry their own weight. 

If you find one that actually understands the reno process, comes up with an accurate ARV (or at least realistic) and sends you a targeted list rather than dozens of crap properties, they are worth their weight in gold. 

In most of my career I ended up keeping it anyway.

On Section 8 specifically: yes, the checks are steady, but the strategy often puts too much weight on cash flow while overlooking other parts of real estate investing like appreciation and tenant stability.

I spend ~1–2 hrs/week handling tenant issues (repairs, coordinating contractors, supervising, upkeep for their space).Questions for the group:Do all of these activities count toward REP hours?