The MTR being upfront and honest about his or her intentions for the property is critical to that.

I would honestly recommend getting on mailing lists for properties.

Sounds like your tenants neighbor is an idiot honestly.

When a husband and wife jointly own a residence, and the husband takes out a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) in his name only, the spouse's involvement and liability can vary based on several factors, including state laws and the lender's requirements.1.

Find out what their actual infrastructure is in person and how they are set up to serve you as an investor and also the residents occupying the properties they manage. 

This modern home is part of Griffin Modern's mission to create affordable, high-quality residences within walking distance of downtown Griffin.

There is nothing in the original post that stated the resident's situation was anything like yours.  

This is when you buy a primary residence (1 to 4 units, the more the better) which you can usually get for a very low down payment and get the best interest rates on and then rent out other units and/or bedrooms within your unit to pay for the mortgage and other expenses.

Although, I am also considered a new here on the BP platform, I can honestly say I've learned a lot.

Primary residence capital gain $250,000 exclusion.