If you make the person an LLC employee you can get around it, but partner does need to be careful. 

I am still personally buying rentals but I am not expecting much in the way of cash flow at the moment.

Fast forward 2 years his landlord mentioned in passing he might sell the property; I was the first person on his mind.

They do require that person to have no assets, so a house in her name could be problematic.

Primarily for personal use for the family as well as an investment (but the numbers need to work), I am just starting out searching for a property so I am open to all suggestions and comments.

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I am personally very bullish on the Phoenix market.  

Juggling between work and personal life can be tough, but having a property manager can take some of the pressure off and let you focus on your other priorities

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Take into consideration that when the person you gifted the property to will have special tax considerations as well