I've posted that I prefer female housemates (zillow, hotpads, and roomies allow for this) so I assume I can deny someone for being male if that's not what I want and clearly state this in my reply to them?

As we all know, there are people who need section 8 and others who take advantage of it.

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Quote from @Tyler Bilinovic: I have just acquired my first two long term rental properties this year and am looking to take advantage of the tax benefits.

You do need to finish all their modules, do the homework and show up to take advantage of their teachings.  

I’m particularly interested in off-market opportunities and would appreciate working with someone who knows the area well.The purchase will be under my name, but I’d love to take advantage of any benefits tied to my daughter’s first-time buyer status, especially considering her limited credit and assets.

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@Shaun Hunt Starting a property management company to manage your own properties could offer some tax advantages, but there are important factors to consider.

Although if I were the buyer I'd still want a title/escrow agent if I'm investing in real estate...So if you're right, I'm wondering what the advantage of CFD is.