Banks all state payments transferred within 24-48 hours, but reality is unless you both have same bank, it's 3-5 business days.2) Via BillPay check-You just need their name and mailing address.

This business seems very very shady.

We’re on the same page about wanting everything well-documented and on paper to protect both of us and maintain a business relationship.

. - Management and resources..operate it like a hospitality business with very clear communication with guests and reliable crews both for cleaning and emergencies. - Consider guest amenities, house rules..hot tub..pet friendly etc- TLC.

@Randy Horner It would be awesome if you could stop by their office to confirm that it's a legitimate business!

Now, other tax incentives like simple business write offs for expenses to set up the properties as an STR that’s most likely still something you can write off against your rental income gains.

For anonymity, could i use a company like zen business to be my registered agent and thus maintain anonymity? 

I have managed my rentals on a very basic spreadsheet (poorly managed) and it is time to clean up my accounting and legal structures.Can anyone opine on a cheap and effective software for the accounting side of the business? 

Build relationships and don't treat every person as a transaction, and these types of things won't happen to you.We lend to plenty of investors who use the same wholesalers time and time again and don't try to do any of these things because the numbers work for everyone.Build a quality book of business and none of these things will be issues.

I've reached general partner status and am growing my syndication business every day.