I want to provide a safe, structured living environment for individuals transitioning out of recovery or other challenging situations.I’m new to this process and was hoping for advice on the following:How to navigate zoning laws and permits in Montgomery for this type of setup.Licensing requirements for sober living or group homes.Strategies for finding residents or partnering with local organizations.Financial and operational tips for managing this type of property.I’ve heard zoning can be tricky and want to ensure I comply with all legal and safety requirements.

Taking a boiler plate contract is not going to be helpful as they're typically customized to people's needs/wants.

To get started, you’ll need a good understanding of assigning contracts (check your state’s laws), a solid buyer’s list, and marketing tools to connect with motivated sellers.

You’re not getting paid to buy it so it wouldn’t go through your broker but you better make sure you disclose you’re an agent to the homeowner in the contract.

Small residential properties seem like a headache for them now so I've been fortunate enough to take them over via things like land contracts and creative financing deals to get them out of those properties.

Right now this sounds like most of the HOA's that we all hate that issue random fines for no real reason, and then attempt to justify it with their bass ackwards logic that they are actually somehow doing us all a favor.I'm not a lawyer, but I would imagine you could also open yourself up to legal action. 

I feel the padsplit model might not be that sustainable if it is that easy for the hosts to have legal troubles.

We are in contract for another SFH in the Strong area.  

To align with community property laws and avoid legal or financial complications, consider forming a jointly owned LLC with your wife as a member.

.- Most cities do NOT care if an owner lives in basement, but will not allow a tenant to unless baement has legal egress window.3) Check local statutes if any limitations on how many unrelated roommates are allowed.4) Check with local building dept to see if rental inspections and corresponding requirements.5) Local statutes allow locks on bedroom doors?