I don't know if they still do it but if memory serves a few years ago TD Bank would do a HELOC on a rental in second position but only if it was titled in someone's personal name. 

It is unlikely that one person will be able to do a good job in every aspect.

If you wanted to fund a portion of the down payment would you suggest a hard money lender, personal loan, etc.?

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By themselves, improvements to property you own are considered to by personal property and not real property. 

No guaranteed way to stop a determined, experienced thief:(Only deterrents that push them to easier jobs.The roof may be a good idea - until they figure out the just need a ladder to get up there and a rope to lower it down. 

Awesome to see a new investor-minded person here.. do you have a favorite real estate success story already?

I also think most markets won't see anywhere close 6% cap rates (for single family homes which is what I personally invest in).The questions you get to ask are then:Is the extra 4% worth the hassle of management and lack of liquidity.   

If you are experienced, how important do you think it is to know a deal killer? 

Victor is there a way where you are not made the bad person??