The tradeoff on the joint financing is going to be the (refi) costs associated w any transfer of ownership, HOWEVER transferring title to the LLC is unlikely to trigger due on sale (b/c it sounds like most banks simply aren't monitoring and/or enforcing due on sale in these instances) which would make the ownership (sans the actual mortgage note) more easily transferable than exiting your position as an individual owner?

It sounds like you're in an ideal position to transition into real estate investing, with both your industry experience and a strong local market at your advantage.

I’m especially interested in house hacking as my first investment since it seems ideal for building cash flow, reducing expenses and gaining experience without heavy initial capital.Questions & Market Focus:I'm still learning, but I’m starting to research these four markets to understand which may be the best fit for house hacking.

It is ideal to get as many stays as possible before yearend.

Crazy but true.Here’s a CSLB chart, if you go the individual and homeowner verification route, you’re gonna need a lot of supporting evidence of competence and testimony from who you worked for etc.  

Furthermore, mortgage rates are still at historically low levels, which makes now an ideal time to buy.

I know this is not the most ideal time to buy with interest rates, so just curious to hear how everyone is doing in the mid term rental space, in particular.

While this isn’t ideal from a transparency perspective, it’s a foreseeable outcome when the regulation doesn’t directly impact flipping economics.The Bottom Line: While AB 968 may promote transparency in theory, its real impact will likely create more complexity and hurdles for sellers of distressed properties and newer market participants rather than significantly altering the business strategies of established flippers.

Losing $50k through this is not ideal, but I’m fortunate that it is not a painful sum to lose.What I am seeking is advice on how to leave evidence in the public record that could be found by future landlords and limited partners vetting the GP, who’s seeking $8M total / $250k each from accredited investors per facility as he seems to have a plan to move around the country opening facilities.A $57k bill could be a devastating to many landlords, and I want to help prevent them from experiencing a similar situation. 

Ideally, this would be someone with a strong reputation and a proven track record in full-scale renovations, along with in-depth knowledge of the Pittsburgh market.If you have any recommendations or advice on contractors who fit this description, I’d love to hear from you!