@Chris SeveneyWe put tenants into collections without a judgement or involving an attorney.

Cohosting I have never done - it seems like a term that can mean many things to many people.Generally speaking I see in 2024 arbitrage is for people who want to be involved without actually investing, and cohosting for people who want to be involved but do not want to a PM...

This could lead to significant tax savings, especially if you're actively involved in the management and operations of your properties.Additionally, starting a property management company would allow you to deduct a wide range of business expenses related to managing your properties, such as office supplies, travel, marketing, and payroll (if you hire help).

Atlanta area "pastors" involved in real estate... that's a whole different story in ethics.

Before I looked at the deal, here's what I asked from him:The purchase and sale agreementRehab breakdown documentation2 HUD statements of previous dealsDeal info (Property profile, funding, security, repayment plan, etc.)Title company involved in the transactionWhat I also asked for was a term sheet from the hard money lender that was lending at first position.

House hacking involves specific tax strategies like depreciation, expense allocation, and potential rental income reporting, especially since you’re in a different state from the property.You cannot just claim the house.

Unfortunately, the perceived excessive costs involved in purchasing real estate can intimidate aspiring residential real estate investors.

I mean if you get it, it will allow you to retain your investors.As an alternative, you can take the route others suggested:1) Fund  of funds2) Partner with others on GP side in an investors' management roleKeep in mind, that both options would require you to have a full understanding of the role and the regulations involved. 

Elicia Marquardt case involved deliberations about voided leases, attorney fees, and specific legal disclaimers that were left out of the lease contract in question.

However, if you are an investor involved in multiple cities, you might prefer a lender who is licensed in various locations.