- Guest Insurance – Do you require guests to carry their own insurance, or do you use a service like Safely, Proper Insurance, or another option to cover damages?

@Collin StewartSince you're PCSing to Columbia, SC, and have VA loan entitlement remaining, house hacking a small multifamily with a VA loan is a strong option since it requires zero down.

It is my understanding that in Pennsylvania an escrow account is required for tenant security deposits.

The requirement seem so loose and so could I technically just have like 1 panel to fulfill that requirement?

This requires careful structuring and compliance with IRS rules.Installment Sales or Buyouts – Instead of distributing properties outright, investors can sell or buy out their respective shares over time, spreading out tax liability and reducing immediate capital gains impact.LLC Restructuring (State-Specific) – Converting the corporation into an LLC taxed as a partnership may allow for a more tax-efficient asset distribution.

Under the old system, flood zones primarily determined whether a property owner was required to carry flood insurance and significantly influenced the insurance rates.

The new owners will have need to start the process of becoming administrators as fast as possible.There are requirements set forth by the state dictated by the amount of beds, 6 beds and under is fairly simple and straightforward.

Management & Leasing FeesManagement Fee: 10% of the monthly rent = $180/monthLeasing Fee (Tenant Placement): 60% of one month’s rent = $1,080 (one-time)Lease Renewal Fee: $250 per lease renewalUpfront & Annual FeesOnboarding Fee: $350 (one-time for setting up the property)Annual Administrative Fee: $45 per year (for statements and 1099s)Reserve Fund Requirement: $300 (held for maintenance and expenses)Maintenance & RepairsOrdinary Maintenance: Any repair costs exceeding $300 require owner approval.Emergency Repairs: Up to $300 without prior approval; HVAC, plumbing, and electrical repairs can go up to $500 without approval.Home Warranty Claim Handling: $40 per claim (if applicable).Multiple Quotes Request Fee: $100 per request if you require multiple vendor quotes.HVAC Filter Supply Fee: $195 per year per HVAC unit.Repairs & Improvements: 10% markup over vendor invoice cost.Additional FeesInterest on Unpaid Sums: 10% late fee with a $39 minimum per month.Paper Check Administrative Fee: $20 per check if not using direct deposit.Insurance Documentation Penalty: $40 per month if proof of insurance is not provided.Eviction Protection Program (Optional): $15/monthProperty Damage Protection Program (Optional): $25/monthTermination FeesEarly Termination Fee: Equal to the management fees for the remaining lease term.Vacant Property Termination Fee: $500 if no tenant is in place.Transfer to Another Manager: $500 file transfer fee.

I've done a lot of research into this and believe this is for me, but am getting some roadblocks when it comes to funding requirements and my buy box not aligning.

Contact the tenant, remind him how rent is to be paid, and require him to follow those rules.