In total, including money lost from rent, legal fees, and repairs, the situation cost almost $30k.

The best areas to consider include East Point, West End, Kirkwood, Decatur (outside city limits), and Marietta, each offering a balance of affordability, appreciation, and rental demand.

For example, what is the monthly revenue for the property and what are the "All In" expenses, including mortgage, taxes, insurance, utilities, repairs, etc...

If they find out, then legally, contractually, they have grounds to retroactively void the policy and deny claims for *anything* it covers -- including losses totally unrelated to STR, like wildfire or a windstorm.  

This will be my first year filing taxes which will include 1 rental property. i do my own taxes since it's straight forward with one W2 and now a investment property. 

However, long story short, yes there is, although I would recommend finding an advisor who is skilled in holistic financial planning that includes not just traditional stock market investments or real estate investments exclusively, but all investment strategies to help in your specific goals.In general though, you can either find a fee-only CFP that has expertise in real estate and other alternative investments, or you can find an advisor who is at the very least willing to have a conversation free of charge prior to any actual investments so they can give you a very good idea of whether they would be able to help you prior to beginning a relationship.

 @Michealsoto Hi Michael i nust got banned from messages as well inly sent the one on forum but does it also include inbox if so i will watch what i send next time please help im looking to grow my network thank you 

Run a credit check, which will include her address history and the dates she lived at each one. 

But the bank still treats it as a secured debt.

The risk of "piercing the veil" applies more to LLCs when personal and business finances are not properly separated, not necessarily to individual landlords renting a portion of their home.A more practical approach is ensuring you have a solid lease agreement, sufficient liability insurance (including an umbrella policy), and properly reporting rental income and deductions on your tax return (Schedule E).