The individual is a creditor of the reporting company.The term “creditor” means an individual who would meet thedefinition of a beneficial owner of the reporting company solelythrough rights or interests for the payment of a predetermined sumof money, such as a debt incurred by the reporting company, ora loan covenant or other similar right associated with such rightto receive payment that is intended to secure the right to receivepayment or enhance the likelihood of repayment.For example, an individual qualifies for the creditor exception ifthe individual is entitled to payment from the reporting companyto satisfy a loan or debt, so long as this entitlement is the onlyownership interest the individual has in the reporting company.

I need it back in case i have to go to court and if the tenant decides to take me to court if they disagree with me on non returning the security deposit

We also own a single-family home with a detached garage and a separate lot that is currently secured with the mortgage of the single-family home (we've owned this for 10 months).

Other requirements you can have for their animal is that they be trained to perform whatever service they are performing for that person, be housebroken, not pose a threat to the security of others, not damage your property, and be licensed and vaccinated. 

They already have 1.5 months rent as security deposit. 

One of our neighbors secured an agreement for $2,000 per month.

Definitely, correct tax preparation is vital, and there could be a huge difference in your bottom line if your CPA is not a real estate expert and does not do it right.

This allowed me to negotiate a fair purchase price of $125,000, securing a deal that had strong potential for appreciation and cash flow.

DSCR loan, bank statement loan, Seller finance, etc.. there are a lot of ways you can secure the property without needing input from DTI.

DSTs are considered real estate securities and are offered to accredited investors only.