If you co-sign, the loan will consider both your incomes but also both credit scores, so her credit could impact the terms or buying power.

And still have them sign a lease like you would everyone else, so it's all clear up front.

We have sign an itemized deduction sheet of specific charges for things we will deduct for( I would be happy to send this to you if you like).

I dont know how the property is layed out or where the sign will go .

If rates do go down significantly, it will be more of a sign of economic instability.I recommend continuing to save monies until you come up with enough for a decent down payment.

I've read through the entire thread and - no snark here whatsoever - I'm not sure what we're celebrating. 

If they close and sign up with us then we do a site walk etc and begin onboarding.I am also a broker who assists in finding the property, doing walkthroughs etc and I get paid a commission at closing from seller.Long story short I would expect them to give you an analysis of properties you are interested in for free based on the hopes of future business, if you want them to go above and beyond and attend showings etc then ask them if they are interested and offer them compensation for their time :)

I’ve thoroughly checked my unit, and there is no sign of a leak coming from my apartment.

I think you need to sign up on Meet Up and RSVP: Tuesday, Nov. 12 Walnut Creek  at Rotator Taproom 6pm (short notice - it's tomorrow)Thursday, Nov. 21 Oakland at Two Pitchers Brewing Company (hosted by Tyler Jahnke of Kenji Capital)Saturday, Nov. 23 Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley hike at 10am (hosted by Tyler Jahnke of Kenji Capital)Thursday Nov. 14 San Francisco - Happy Hour/Networking at Alchemist Bar and LoungeTuesday, Nov 19   San Francisco - 100% Funding for your Deal (Sports Basement at Stonestown Galleria mall)https://www.meetup.com/bayarearei/events/304151177

Tell them that you are serious about running a quality STR and to have them call you at the first sign of problems.That will give them some peace of mind and have a way to get a hold of you instead of calling the cops.