If they were all in his name or all in my name, I'd be much more concerned but they're split pretty evenly right now. 

In a duplex you should have most or all of your mortgage paid for you by renter, and Triplex you need to be cashflowing.

Thanks26% of tenants cause damages that require landlords to keep part or all of the security deposit.

The fee is usually so small you would simply Have an oral agreement with the homebuyer that moves properties.

Yes I know that most or all title policies say “recorded liens” but that doesn’t necessarily mean they won’t do anything.

Consider this -- house hacking is a great way to get started because (assuming the property meets the criteria) you can buy for low money down, have someone cover part or all of your living expenses, have someone cover part or all of your home expenses, and have someone begin to build your equity for you.If you're analyzing properties and the conditions are met, it's a great way to get your foot in the door.

Or all three?

Ask for seller to pay partial or all of closing costs.

It’s critical we have a viable competitor in this space or all our eggs as hosts will be in one basket.

Allow Residents To Use Their Security Deposits To Pay RentsIf someone can show proof that they’ve lost their job, let them use some or all of their security deposit to pay rent.