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I would search Google for a roommate agreement.

Most people have to use hard money lenders to get financing for flips, and once they’re complete they either sell the property (usually within a year of purchase if everything goes well), or they’ll refinance it into a traditional 30yr mortgage (search ‘BRRRR’ for more on this strategy).Good luck with your first home!

I have previously helped some family members search and buy properties but I have yet to close on my own.

@Cambria Wengert , you can now search by topic.

Is it a useful tool for real estate - 100% absolutely. 

Here are some recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersSet up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsRead Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingCheck out BP Podcasts: https://www.biggerpockets.com/podcastWishing you the best! 

Thank you @Roberto Torres I'm in the process of searching for my very first property in the philadelphia market.

I have had good luck with Tenant Background Search. 

I for example know many of the state laws regarding Trusts, and if it is a state I am not as familiar with, I have access to research tools.