This will help the landlord in proving damages to the property later on.13) surveillance camera - for multi family homes or large properties, the tenant should acknowledge on the lease agreement that he is fully aware that the ppty's common areas is under camera surveillance and will not consider this as invasion of privacy.14) proof of funds - this will not be on the lease agreement, but I would ask for proof of funds to be submitted along with the application form.

CBS Video LinkThis is one of the most disturbing reports I've seen in a while concerning privacy.

Oh my, very good tips, but as to recording phone calls and taking them to court, better check applicable laws as to notice of recordings, unless you have 3 or more on a conversation, privacy is assumed.I've used recordings and gave notice that is not so obvious but meets the legal requirement, by saying such things as;"You know George, I'm not discussing this issue with you privately at this time"....Or "You know that under the circumstances anything you tell me is public knowledge as I may have to repeat any part of this"I doubt a landlord can justify saying it's recorded for training purposes LOL.Otherwise, not only will your recording be tossed out, you may get nailed for wiretapping!

That said, there are privacy laws in place and industry practices that lead to a slow reveal of this information.

My concern would be how does this relate to federal law,  how well is the house suited for the activity (privacy, basement ,  etc). 

It has a lot of nice features.  12' ceilings, huge private backyard, large driveway, and privacy fenced front yard.  

My reasons: to have privacy and avoid as many costs, fees and taxes as possible; my idea was to get the seller to sign their property on a warranty deed to trustee (recorded) with me of course being the beneficial interest and the trustee being something else other than a LLc (since LLc's have to be seen as active in the system, be generating income, be taxed at the end of the year and me needing to use my real name and info. to set it up), then assign that property to an investor using the trust agreement (not recorded).

You can set your profile privacy so ONLY colleagues can see your profile details along with other settings at http://www.biggerpockets.com/settings/privacy .

Tenants like their privacy and you will want to secure a tenant who won't mind you being there and will still pay top dollar for your unit.

The tree might be adding needed shade and privacy.