So I tried following the steps in this YouTube video but ended up just keeping off one of the screws holding a wire there because when attempting to tighten it with the resistor attached to it, there were some sparks flying which I didn't want any part of.

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It matters less how many units currently owned, but how many units have been bought, held, and/or sold in one's career is meaningful as one of several measurements a prospective passive investor should use to evaluate a sponsor's experience.In this context, door count is often misused by sponsors who count deals they are invested in as an LP, or deals they raised capital for as a capital raiser where they had no operational control or responsibility. 

Carbon monoxide monitors and smoke detectors are already mandatory in most states and adding surge protectors for devices that easily spark during inclement weather seems like an inexpensive solution. 

My perspective is that one must define the scope of the risk they are talking about to have a meaningful conversation about it. 

And if you're doing any electrical work don't forget the bottle of sparks, decepticons, autobots, and a 360 degree motorized rotating ladder to screw in light bulbs. 

Do you have an agent or partner in either of those markets who can advise you in a meaningful way?

Potentially.Depends on the location and numbers - you will need to be a little more explicit to elicit a meaningful response I'm afraid. 

Instead of focusing on just money, you should focus on what kinds of work do you find exciting, meaningful, fulfilling?

However, we have found a townhome that sparked our interest and after running the numbers, this also appears to be positive.