(would like the property to go to family)The building is worth nothing as it is a manufactured home that sits on a foundation.

.🔹 Step 9 & 10: Engineering & DrainageNot the most exciting part, but if your property needs engineering reports (like soil testing or drainage fixes), get it done now.

So, your property must be secured with deterrents to hopefully stop this from happening - but, it's impossible to guarantee security.

I dont see how the risk would be reduced on second mortgage unless you are planning to hold the property in some type of llc.

Quote from @Lawrence Mitchell: Yes I am@Lawrence Mitchell What type of property are you looking to house hack in, SF or 2-4 MF?

You could arrange to have your cleaners accept the deliveries at the property or hire a local handyman to do same and even assemble furniture.

You should vet the company to ensure they have the resources to pay the rent.You ALWAYS do background checks on the people living in your property because if you let in an axe murderer and they harm someone, you are likely to get sued.Whether or not you charge an application fee is up to you.  

I've invested in 6 properties and counting with them.

I specialize in small multifamily properties and house hacking working alongside BiggerPockets podcast guest Andrew Freed to help investors find high-performing deals in Central MA.My Background:  - Started in late 2019 I utilized an FHA loan to get my first 3 family property in Fitchburg, spent about a year fixing it up and soon after I refinanced. 

How many properties do you currently own?