@Danielle Lindblom it ultimately depends on your comfort level in living with strangers. 

As far as vetting goes, it depends if you're talking about JV'ing with someone local or a stranger on internet.

Says he gets a lot of traveling nurses.I can't get my head around strangers being ok sharing a house with another stranger, how to handle the make ready at turnover, and if some potential guests are going to want to meet/vet the roommates.The upside is the increased revenue potential.

when you sit around and don't take RISKS, you RISK destroying what is the ultimate gift - your spirit.there's nothing like seeing a person without hope - it hurts, even when it's a total stranger.

But I'm no stranger in learning.And thank you so much for your offer, Matt.

I chose real estate investing over heavy stock market investing because I believe the outcomes of my investments in real estate are directly correlated to the work and dedication I put in them (something I am no stranger to as a former biochemistry major). 

See this is why I love BP, look how awesome and honest these responses from complete and RANDOM STRANGERS!

If it's one to the outside and one to the first floor unit, then it's an in-law/family apartment, and will never rent for the full amount of rent you would get from stand-alone apartments: Would you pay full price for the privilege of giving a complete stranger 24/7 access to YOUR dwelling?

Fourthly, while many people possess expertise in many areas be wary of:Advice from strangers on the internetConstruction estimates from your agentARV's from your contractorLegal advice from your accountantTax advice from your lenderand finally but not least,Insurance advice from your hot tub manufacturer's rep :)

This is the market where you need to trust strangers the least.