Of course, we obliged and though we didn't have any formal system of accountability, I think that the time he spent with all of us helped establish a new standard for what was normal.

Now if you have a partner/partners, it can be a great way of having a formal business structure to build a property portfolio and can also stand as a real, functional business for liability purposes. 

A formal dining room adjoins the kitchen and provides the perfect setting for family meals.

The large main floor unit has original craftsman features, a living room with bay windows, formal dining, and a spacious kitchen.

But you should just get a loan, probably not a mortgage as the amount owed is too low for that and have your mom formally deed it to you.

I have no formal IRS lien but the installment agreement may be viewed the same.

In my experience, if it does not require any "re-zoning", you wont need to formally inform nearby property owners. 

Let them know formal notice to vacate is coming.

CA does not recognize Affidavit of Heirship but does have an Affidavit of Small Estate and other ways to avoid a formal probate. 

I have a couple lessons learned from our first hard money experience. 1) Make sure you include your plan to pay the hard money back in your up front planning and underwriting of your property. 2) Use an attorney to formalize the agreement and record it properly  Then stick to the agreement no matter what.