This attitude is exactly why most agents dislike working with investors, and why this agent wont work with you without a commitment.

2) What functions do you dislike the most?

Charging a tenant placement fee is a common practice (that I personally dislike).

I personally dislike bifold doors and, as has been mentioned, they do not stand-up to students.We recently finished a unit where we put a track-door (barn door) over the closet.  

Since the LLC will be pass-thru income, I think I'd ask a CPA, but most people I've seen have a holding company for organization/simplification - Assuming all principals are the same.On the 50/50, realize (I'm guessing the operating agreement reflects this), to make any major decision (like CapEx or selling), you'll both need to agree.You may want to ask an atty about structure also since I've seen a partner get divorced and then you get a 3rd party that probably dislikes both of you.

Why do brokers and agents dislike the practice?

People>Profits..... but on the flipside, the moment you start worrying if tenants like/dislike you, is the moment you're in the wrong business.   

I just really dislike townhome HOA and other monthly fees compared to a multifamily. 

Ask them to describe their experience, what they learned, what they implemented, what they liked/disliked; if they had to start over, would they hire that mentor again?...

He checked in with me to mail the rest of the balance, but I am horrified by how it looks, and this will be affecting me financially for many years to come because I’m sure there will be others that equally dislike it.