They will try to cover that up by saying they have some minor role in the general partnership. 

Let’s break it down.Moving to Your Next HomeYour equity could help you cover the down payment for your next home.

Yes, I realize it was the first time, that is why I would cover the cost in an effort to be a good landlord and not discourage my tenants from reporting future issues.

We also require that we be added to the contractor's insurance as Additionally Insured, so we're covered if they cause damage or liability issue.3) If the property is occupied:- One of our people MUST accompany their person (and we charge for this). --- We were sued many years ago, along with the owner, because tenant claimed owner's contractor sexually assaulted them!

(I am starting investor, please understand)So many guys are buying in second-hand market, when original can not cover their mortgage payment because of the depreciating rent, and let go of their property at great value.

For now, it Looks like your roommate/tenant can cover half of your mortgage (plus hoa fees). 

Can try to reposition to Class B, but neighborhood may impede these efforts.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.

Which BTW most of our closings are subject-to the existing financing, so we have little cash into the deal, just the arears and the closing costs.You find NOD and pre-notice via;   realtytrac.com / equitydepot.net (if they cover your area). 

Use tools like the VA loan for house hacking and your Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover living costs while building equity.

To deter the break-ins you need to have window coverings on all the windows, a light on and not advertise that the unit is vacant.