For instance if you can fund with more cash and less from the HELOC, this will also reduce the risk even in the case you mess up a little bit.Best of luck!

Depends on the scope of the project, but I'd guess yes if a more extensive project or your messing with plumbing, electrical, or HVAC.

Look up the rules, they are very clear in this instance.

The most important thing is to just look for properties with good rental income potential in comparison to the purchase price.In addition to low maintenance costs, you can also minimize your entry costs with an investor friendly agent who has both expertise and access to extensive inventory, including information on properties on & off the market.

If it is extensive, you can do typed, but sign the letter, and hand write the addresses.

For instance it will be bad if a toilet backs up and floods all over the place because tenant keeps trying to flush instead of letting landlord know before it gets to a point where it floods all over.

Or something else entirely.I would recommend filing an extension and then having an experienced accountant review your entire tax return before you file it.

We also see a lot of instances where newer investors are unaware of what quality and details need to be achieved (or not achieved) based on their desired exit strategy.

The two most common lease termination criteria is to move family into the unit extensive rehabs.  

It may be a cliche, but I do know of a few anecdotal instances of doctors and dentists who invest through a partnership.