However, we are required by law to accept direction from 51% of the beneficial interests. 

Would give me practice to rent it once I move out etc. 

But if you or even someone you hire were to violate collections laws, licensing laws, securities laws, or bankruptcy laws, you could be fined (or sued) for much more than the investment principle.

Maybe a family in your area has a relative that would like to rent nearby but who doesn't think now is a good time to buy in this current housing market.You might even find someone who likes to target practice if that's a safe activity in your area. 

Each jurisdiction has its own laws but I know from a padsplit operator's testimony in Jacksonville Florida that she had to go through the eviction process. 

Welcome to BP.One of the things to consider is we have 3 different states in the area with wildly different laws on this topic.

What are the best practices for quickly securing reliable tenants and ensuring positive cash flow, especially for someone new to this?

Networking is always a great practice and you never know who you might meet there and what good information they have to share.

Prior to syndicating deals, I worked for a commercial real estate investor in NYC for 14 years and gained a lot of knowledge and practical experience while in that role. 

So out completely. and have to restart everything- Over 100 employees have gone thru this company is less than 2 years - wow- Management Doesn't really want input / just do as I tell you- Very low pay for the crap that you have to put up with- Can't believe that they are allowed to continue there hiring / firing practices - You should hire to maintain for a length of time.