We have not yet sat down to discuss our operating arrangement, and will certainly have something drafted by our lawyer outlining roles and responsibilities - very important as we have read. 

I just finished the chapters that give great detail for where to start and how to organize the stages and steps in each stage. 

I revamped the basics of a patio(the floor, paint, fencing, lightning) on a property and would really like to stage it with outdoor furniture.

., yes family would certainly be willing to co-sign, and overall, any financial arrangement to hedge perceived risk is not a problem. 

What stage of investing are you at?

During all of this the tenant not only couldn't come up with rent but refused to make alternate arrangements to vacate on their own and drug the process out as long as possible to get the courts involved. 

Most companies want internet and TV so I add that on top and arrange it for them.

I was thinking of keeping the subletter off of the lease and let the arrangement be between him and the tenants, but what are the pitfalls of this?

Hello everyone,So I am at the beginning stages and I am researching the necessary steps in order to own property.

Since I am just starting out and plan to house hack, I don’t think I require significant CPA experience at this stage of my investment career.