Quote from @Stacy Gomez:Like most new investors, you are making things more complicated.

You are making almost everyone more complicated and expensive regarding banking and tax preparation. 

Apologize if these questions don't make sense, I just feel like the fact that I live in one unit and rent out the other unit makes things complicated!

Granted, more of a problem on AirBnB due to their complicity in encouraging ever-increasing automation, but there is truly nothing worse than a late check-in lock-out without a safety line or concierge to assist.  

Investing in syndications, done properly, is a lot less risky than described on the BP forums...and also a lot more complicated than discussed on the BP forums.

Yes, if you meet all the rules that can get complicated especially for a house hack.

and it's obviously so much more complicated (and expensive!)

Also, due to the complication of figuring it all out, have merely paid the taxes on the land. 

While a good list helps, talking openly with tenants about property expectations is also vital to prevent unnecessary damage.

Real estate is not a complicated business.