Purchase Terms: Clearly outline the terms for your brother to purchase the property from you, including the timeline and price.To minimize the financial burden on your HELOC, refinance the property into a traditional mortgage as soon as possible.                                                                                           

If you’re set on a duplex with minimal rehab, an investor focused agent should have a strong network of contractors who can give you quick quotes, so you don’t wind up with any pricey surprises.

Keep your payment at no more than 35% of your income and minimize your credit card and auto debt.  

@Rick Albert, It seems that you're suggesting that the goal is to raise the rent to below market value to try and minimize the risk of vacancy. 

Employees won’t think exactly like owners, but tying bonuses to behaviors and KPIs they can influence is key.Focus on metrics like tenant retention, minimizing vacancy days, and timely maintenance resolution.

Minimal risk.

What if A brings downpayment and B will manage it and minimal rennovations are needed.

Simplicity: TDAs require minimal effort after initial setup, making them attractive for those seeking stress-free investment.For investors like myself, seeking both stability and growth, combining a TDA with real estate investments creates a diversified portfolio.

In the one house that I still have some existing, it's only on an overhead light circuit with no insulation around it, and I minimize the load on the circuit by using only low voltage LED lights. 

Even minimally.