I'd also suspect that as an owner-occupant, one might be able to skirt strict STR laws, and rent out a primary in an extremely in-demand market, especially in the near-term (think collecting huge fees seasonally around CU football games the next few years). 

A trust is a legal entity that is subject to all the laws and regulations applying to every other entity.  

We're trying to help our Son and Daughter-in-law land their first home. 

Hi Folks:Where is a good resource to learn the new laws in force for WA State?  

It is career ending.Take the time to learn the law, know how to verify ownership and reduce the trouble you will encounter along the way.

Make sure you send them an itemized bill within the time required by your local laws. 

Secondly, because of CA laws, we are afraid the friend is just going to move in and not leave and we have no recourse. 

It sounds like SFH is the target in this area and that Condos would not work due to HOA by-laws.

The title insurance premium charges for the owner's policy and any lender's policy will be calculated and allocated in accordance with Florida law, but may be reported differently on certain federally mandated closing disclosures and other closing documents.

Know and obey the law.