A revocable living trust is another option for privacy and asset protection.Avoid gifting the property before death, as this would pass the original purchase price as the cost basis, creating a large capital gains tax liability upon sale.If the property is Subject A’s homestead, ensure the correct titling to maintain Florida’s homestead protection for Subject B.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Be sure to research rental demand, zoning laws, and financing options before deciding.

This means that if the bank forecloses, and you can’t pay it off, you will lose all of your money with no recourse to anyone.One option to secure your loan is if one of the partners has a free and clear property worth significantly more than your loan.

Alternatively, in a QBO Simple Start or Essentials subscription, if seeing profitability by property is important, you could still structure your chart of accounts to reflect each home, though your P&L will be a bit more lengthy & harder to digest.If you have any questions, feel free to reach out, happy to walk you through the pros & cons of QuickBooks options!

Kyle  You can find advice here, passive pockets and there are plenty of podcasts out there talking real estate.

If house hacking isn't the best option for me, how would you recommend starting out to build up some investments.

What about LaZBoy is that a decent middle of the road option? 

Someone from Stay Hikaru reached out to us inquiring about our Tampa property.  They are a corporate housing company. Does anyone have any experience with this company? Here's the link to their website: www.stayhikaru...

Easy Street is a good option BUT you need CASH in liquid checking/savings for down payment of 20% and BIG chunk 2-3 times loan amount to buy out of a prepayment penalty.

Hey Brandon,I had good success by getting equity lines on properties to access the cash to invest again. 20% is certainly not essential if you want to go lower there are many lending options for lower down payments, especially if you are willing to house hack!