I would definitely prefer the relationship to be a mutual benefit.

Agree with @Rhonda Blue i prefer it better than multifamily

I have a strong preference for something less, so I can develop my renovation chops. 

Hey all, I'm a newbie from the Greenville area, looking for a real estate attorney in the area, preferably one that owns rental properties himself/herself.

That being said, we have already made arrangements to fill all of the bedrooms upon signing.We want to buy a house with at least 4 bedrooms, preferably 5 or more, and rent each room.

But there are SOOO many other factors that are in play.I talk with folks who aren't pre-approved, but only engage them enough to have a buyer-consult and refer them to my preferred lenders.

I would prefer for the properties to be located somewhat close to each other as well.

Here's the thing if you are removed from the requirement (to a flood zone X for example) we can write for you a Preferred Rate Policy (PRP) which is around the $550 for a primary residence and $750 for a second home. 

Looking for the best way to scoop up this next property using the equity, preferably without putting our primary residence in the mix.

Some tax pros prefer to continue issuing 1099s anyway to be on the safe side.