Some lenders may allow more leniency on STR usage while still qualifying the property as a second home.If you want help navigating lenders that are STR-friendly or to explore financing options, I’d be happy to assist.

When allowed: -All subletting individuals are required to submit an application to the Landlord for evaluation and screening.

I'm also looking to build a reliable team, including an agent or property manager, to assist with this long-term investment.If you have any recommendations for the area, I'd love to hear them.

You might tell your grantors that if they don't assist you now, you may have to bring a quiet title action to resolve the issue and that might make their lives even more complicated. 

Ten of them, $200 and you'll have 20K worth of knowledge to put in practice.PM me if you want more info/assistance. 

I almost signed up for a $5000 mentorship (discounted from $7500 because he was running a special), also talked to a different guru/coach who charges $18,000 (several people have posted about this individual if you search the forums).

Should I open an LLC or should I run it as individual?

., definitely put people in a state of FOMO but that's really upon the individual and their discipline.

Not all (self cert) architects though do multifamily residential so if you want to consider a few options you will have to reach out individually to find out the architect's practice areas.

Is the duplex owned by an entity or partnership of individuals or...?