Is this something I should hire a lawyer/other professional for or can I just do it myself? 

Horrible tenants increase cautiousness and interaction with insurance Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

When it comes to being a real estate professional, it actually doesn’t have anything to do with your job title or profession.

It was a gut punch to see the tenants whose income we were counting on mass exodus the building right after we closed Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

It’s worth a look see, just do your homework up front before hiring the other professionals to make this happen.Good luck

No, meaning that if you had professional support it's likely they helped you set the table for later.This much structure with five properties can be overload and proper planning.

Tax-advantaged accounts may select “Trust”.Section 3 – Sign and date.Please return completed form to (edited out because of Bigger Pockets Posting Algo Police)If you have further questions please consult with your own tax professional with any questions.

If you are renting to professionals, you shouldn't have to worry about the landlord/tenant laws.

Do you have the professionals you need to start an LLC, do the proper real estate/tax accounting, solid contractors to rehab or prepare the property, and a property manager to handle the day-to-day operations? 

Be professional, kind and firm.