Steve speaks to the mission/goal of what he is providing folks in his community AND about how he is trying to create a legacy for his children by immersing them in the business, having them put in sweat equity, etc.-- which is EXACTLY my why....   

For me, the key is creating great deals.

Not only is this where I’m from and an area I know well, the prevalence of colleges in this area (and in NYS in general) create a high demand for rental property.

After all is said and done, signed off on and closed, can I create an in-law that collects rent and not have it considered a 5 family (town is fine with it so that's not the question) But as we know  a 5th "apartment' pushes me into commercial in ways I'm not interested in,  so only want a 4 fam with a legal in-law if possible.  

Need to implement my checks and balances.4.I am considering creating a special LLC for operations and maintenance of all my rental properties to limit my liability exposure.

Without my knowledge he applied for the program and created forged deeds, leases, and property management agreement all between himself and his entity.

I would like to build assets to create a solid passive income stream that can replace my 9-5 income. 

However its probably appropriate up front to ask.. how do they handle customer communication and how quickly do they respond per their business systems..  

Ideally real estate agents with experience looking for BRRRR properties in central OKC would be preferable since that is the strategy that I plan on using to grow my portfolio.I am extremely excited to create a long lasting relationship and hope to eventually make it profitable for all parties!

If you are dealing with partners, I would highly suggest creating an LLC entity AND have it include a an operating agreement that covers who does what and how you will eventually dissolve the company/dispose of the property.Disclaimer: I am not an attorney nor do I play one on the internet.