I am hoping to learn more about how investors analyze their deals and make decisions, as well as looking to better understand general real estate investing.

in a vast interview process with many steps before allowing someone to move in. a new roomie is an everyone-decision, not a landlord-only decision; if you're expecting people to co-exist in a space together (for longer than just a few months), you have to make sure they all have some things in common, or at minimum have the right expectations in terms of cleanliness and routine habits.someone working the night shift and someone else having a 5am rise-time, or someone who works from home in a call-center job is not going to jive well for example. and someone who doesnt handle conflict well is not going to jive with someone who is brutally honest and up front about issues. happy to go into more deets on how we do things if it will help. this can certainly be lucrative in terms of cash flow, but there are huge mud puddles i have stepped in over the years which i have had to learn to navigate.

You want an accountant that can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the tax consequences of the decisions you are making throughout the year.Good luck in your search.

But it sounds like you should also balance your decision on what fits you and your families preference and style since you will be using it personally. 2.

I know he will be able to give you the proper guidance that you need in order to make a sound decision.

Look at all of the costs and then all of the revenue and make a decision based on that. 

We decided to outsource major tasks such as septic installation, plumbing, heating, and carpentry, while handling smaller projects ourselves—a decision that proved beneficial.

Then assign points and notify the applicants of their standing?

It happens but you deserve to know why so you can make an informed decision if you want to invest again.

Ultimately, the decision should align with your long-term and short-term goals.