They disagree and then start litigation to recover the earnest money.

Others may disagree, but I'm very happy with a lot of what I've learned from that first deal and it really helped me move on bettter cash flowing properties afterwards.In regards to moving for a new property, from my experience lenders are going to want to make sure you can afford both this mortgage and the new one at underwriting.

I disagree with the appreciation.

I’ve gone through the process myself here in Baltimore County without the use of a lawyer and found it pretty straightforward but again I’m sure it varies.I respectfully disagree with anyone who says forget about it and move on.

You pay taxes on what is left for you, presumable your half, in whichever way you calculate it.Some of my colleagues will disagree, but I maintain that individuals do NOT issue 1099-INT, ever.

With SFR's their is no reason to have each house be it's own LLC (athough some folks on here will disagree with me). 

@Jim BrandtBefore talking about "losses", let's examine the economic substance of this proposed deal.For her. 

I get 5.75% and own 24, so I disagree saying the money has to be in the 7's with 80% LTV.

But, you will have opinions on this thread that will disagree with most of what I have said here. 

Personally, I always believe in pet friendly housing, however some landlords may disagree.