Do you think it's common for a tenant to sue for an amount greater than insurance can cover, then take your property or even your personal assets? 

I am looking at a 5 unit building that I want to do a condo conversion on. 4 units would be vacant 1 has a rent controlled tenant in there who does not want to move. I would owner occupy it so I don't know if I have a...

I only spoke with one person so far and they scheduled for more information gathering/ rental investment calls from them this upcoming week.

So, things change a bit.If it is his personal home, there are more restrictions.For an investment property, if you take over his financing, read through the deed of trust (mortgage) and see how they handle transfer of ownership.

Over the years, with personal investment alongside investments from family and friends, I’ve been able to build a small portfolio of apartment buildings with a focus on cash flow through strong operations.

I personally would never invest somewhere that could outlaw rentals.

Me having several thousand good reviews help, but personally I would not book a property with 0 reviews. 

They not only went to our office, but also the personal residences of myself and Kevin Bupp.

Personally when buying rentals I tend to buy in neighborhoods that I feel like I wouldn't personally mind living in and when I look for tenants I try to look for people that not only pass my screening but also I personally don't dislike.  

Account holders can't take any write-offs personally for investments made in the 401k.