I am a newbie in BP, just started listening all the podcasts, fascinated by the community!

Therefore start with the min. requirement your lender will accept and see if that matches up with what your partner is willing to accept.

Hello Frank, I think house hacking a small multifamily property that you buy with a low downpayment is one o the best and lowest risk strategies that you can get started with.

I'd start with picking one city and spending a lot of your time to do a deep dive building relationships and learning different areas.

I started out with a great cleaning company that did great work but the owner and I were not a good fit, they cleaned well but she didn't like my over communication. 5.) 

This is why househacking is so powerful when youre getting started - for primary residence loans, 3-5% down is very normal.

We're starting to see more HELOCs and 2nd mortgages on investment properties nowadays.We deal with pretty much only real estate, investors and self-employed borrowers.send me a direct message and I'll get you a little bit more information.

You should consult with local property managers and find what the average DOM would be to lease your home and rental rates etc. this would be a good starting point. 

I'd start with a small fine for the first offense.

Look at what other complexes are charging and you should get a good feel of where to start off