It's probably not that much additional overhead, but since we're new to managing remotely I figured it might be best to follow the KISS method as we get started.

Quote from @Renee Pohle: Please talk to an attorney and create a strong partnership agreement that includes a method for parting ways.

Nonetheless, I agree... with your mortgage rate being so low, it seems like it makes sense to access the equity via other methods beyond refinancing. 

A 14-50r plug was always the preferred method, especially before the world woke  up and switched to the Tesla charging standard.

The Payment is not an issue but I’ve just never done owner financing and someone suggested this method as a way to acquire section 8 homes in low crime areas.  

They do offer linked accounts, so maybe I'll go with a 3rd party bank that I can trust.I appreciate this concern, as we’re also looking to move to a bank that allows for multiple account to use David Richter’s Profit First method.

I LOVE the house hacking method and I think it is one of the best ways to get started in real estate investing.

The ways involve a combination of undefined tech innovation and customer willingness to engage in unconventional transaction methods.

I have kept track of all my expenses in an excel sheet/word document but feel like there may be a more organized and efficient method to tracking?

@Fiona Layne-GerminBeginner-friendly strategies for building long-term wealth include house hacking, buy and hold rentals, BRRRR Method, real estate syndicatations, rent-by-the-room strategy, short-term or mid-term rentals, and partnering with experienced investors.