Syndications are generally more practical, whereas a real estate fund is a better choice if you have consistent deal flow and capital.You will do well!

I don't want to be in the uncomfortable position to have to meet up, go through the unit, and them expecting to get their deposit right then and there.This article also seems to strengthen the argument of not giving a security deposit at time of move-out, for anyone else considering a similar situation: RentPrep’s Take on a Move Out Inspection With the TenantThere’s no right or wrong choice when it comes to doing a move out inspection with the tenant or without.

I'm a local property manager servicing all of Greater Tampa Bay.Investing in Tampa Bay is an amazing choice.

I think unfortunately a large majority of the renters who live in Newark area do not have much choice on where they live and are kinda stuck in a rat race there.As far as affecting property value.

Just read that you are house hacking, which is a good choice.

So, about three months ago, I had the choice to either quit my job or be fired, and, both of those choices have the same result.

For a cleaner, I have very few choices and just got lucky as we are pretty far from town.You should just use the Google machine and see what you come up with in the area.

The choice is yours.  

But please understand I'm asking on this forum with experienced professional's to be sure I'd be making the best choice possible.

Truly self-directed Solo 401k has several advantages over an IRA so if you are eligible it would be preferred choice in most cases, however if you are not eligible then Checkbook IRA would meet your needs just as well.