A great mortgage lender is worth their weight in gold (or whatever loan amount requested.) 

This makes more sense to us than relying strictly on  rigid yes or no criteria where any negative  disqualifies a candidate entirely.Some criteria is weighted more heavily and can overcome negatives. 

Single story so you don't have to worry as much about load bearing and weight.

They are a summer weight comforter and these are a bit thinner that those.Overall they are a larger size than your typical Walmart/Target comforter so they will hang nice on the bed and work great as a summer weight cover.

Would you recommend periodic check-ins at the property to assess for upkeep and potential maintenance issues?

Also, define how you'll share the acquisition costs, such as the down payment, renovation, and closing costs.Payment Responsibilities: Explain how to divide and pay for regular costs like mortgage, property taxes, insurance, homeowners association fees (if applicable), and upkeep expenses.Management and Maintenance: Agree on how property maintenance, repairs, and improvements will be handled, including decision-making processes, funding for these activities, and responsibilities for performing or managing the work.Single Decision Point: For example, I've seen situations where one person agreed to replace an appliance while another strongly opposed it.

.- Legal and Regulatory Knowledge: Property management companies stay updated on local landlord-tenant laws and regulations, ensuring that all aspects of property management, including tenant screening, are conducted in compliance with legal requirements.In conclusion, tenant screening is a cornerstone of successful property management, contributing to tenant satisfaction, property upkeep, and financial stability for property owners.

also the expense overhead is much more a risk where repair and upkeep of a multifamily unit vs a single family.  

As someone who lived in Satellite (behind the CVS beachside), I will say the upkeep with the salt water was tough, but the area was phenomenal. 

To steer clear of house hacking, find a good realtor, get your loan approval early, plan for fix-ups and upkeep, pick tenants with care, and learn about property investing.