Funny you mentioned this.

Quote from @Cristen Marcotte: Has anyone worked with this broker/lender?

I do this all the time.

You can - 1) establish a trust for asset protection, 2) utilize the Homestead Exemption for property protection, 3) consider tenancy by the entirety for marital property (this might just be applicable to California, my home state)4) make sure you have adequate liability insurance for additional protection, 5) think about forming a business entity to shield assets, 6) and have proper estate planning for asset distribution.Seek tax and legal advice from experts in your state.

Hi Maria- This is should helpful!

And after watching videos and familiarizing myself with the platform, plus I have determination, that I can absolutely get good at this. 

I’d love to hear from anyone with experience in this area:What does it take to start a title company?

It also makes it harder for other operators down the road--- not your main concern but we all impact each other.What about you and your wife live in the garage unit, and rent out the house for a lot more, at least until all this permitting is figured out.

See my software guide below.Here's a detailed guide on how to screen applicants: Application Screening GuideMy Landlord forms package includes a septic addendum, or you can try finding one online with a Google search.Anything else I can help with?

This is for one unit of a 4plex.