If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

TIAOne can walk away, or file legal actions.

Any landlord that offers this should have their head examined! 

They aren't looking for 10% returns and they probably love the idea of getting some cash legally out of Canada.I got into Costa Rica because of the country (it's awesome), what's happening to real estate prices there and in the US (they are nuts here) and the amount of development that's happening around Potrero, the technology advancements in the STR industry, proximity to the beach etc.

@Zach HowardThere is no legal requirement for landlords to actually witness lease violations firsthand.

Well anyone can write anything into a contract, but whether it is legal and enforceable is for the courts to decide...It is State law here that a contractor must call 811 or they are liable for the costs.

In 30+ years we've been sued 1x (legal blackmail over a tenant's drunken trip/fall) which the insurance company settled for $1,500.00).We've been using some privacy tactics to keep our names off the county recorder and the target off our backs.Further, we review our insurance coverage and premium annually, just to keep on top of any changes.As with all insurance, it seems to be a waste of money... until you NEED it!

second was Hard money it was legal then. 

Do not rely on it for legal advice.

One common approach is to form a legal entity, such as an LLC, where both of you are equal partners.