This is a local bank in a rural area and my girlfriend and I have our mortgage on our home through this bank, but I really am not sure how they would have pulled my girlfriends information for a credit check if her Mom did not provide the info.We will be calling first thing Monday morning when banks open, but our major concern is whether she is able to sign for the loan (should it be approved) without my girlfriends approval, since she is also listed on the deed. 

A property manager can handle tenant interactions, maintenance issues, and local legalities, providing peace of mind and freeing up your time.

Professional inspections, real estate attorneys, and property management are essential.Good luck with your house hacking journey and feel free to ask for further assistance.

For turnkeys, most providers use 7% of the monthly rent for vacancies (but double-check that with the area the property is in) and 5% for repairs.

We ended up using LimaOne Capital, they were very professional, closed on time (11 days) and all the numbers were accurate from initial conversation with them to closing.

@Jagan ReddyI'm not a CPA or a cost segregation specialist, but I do know that if you are not designated as a  real estate professional, then you can only offset passive income by your passive losses.Qualifying as a real estate professional is more challenging than most people want you to think.

Tracking down the buyers for signatures, providing the proper disclosures and addenda, explaining that all inspection reports are 52 pgs, etc was really draining on me.

Hi Matt, Welcome to the community- There are a lot of good professionals and resources here on bigger pockets. 

renovation including a roof replacement Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Please provide insight as we are not too familiar with area.Thank you..