Starting the process itself is simple, application and some documentation.

You will also want to do research on the rental rates in the area and ask yourself if you think you can get more than what is currently being received, or if you are capped out on increasing the income through rental increases. 

I received a proposal from an architect but I wanted to ask around here for a recommended second opinion or even if there's a section of the forum that I can post a PDF of the proposed plan for opinions.

They should have started the pay or quit and eviction process on November 2nd when rent was not received on time.Your friend needs to take the time to sit down and learn the regulations governing his business.

You need to be able to document the improvements with receipts.There could be a "gift" aspect to this, too. 

@Basit SiddiqiOf course points received are income. 

She is also a military spouse, and we are both domiciled in FL so we are exempt from CA income taxes under Military Spouse Residency Relief Act (and as documented in CA FTB 1032). 

Naturally I don't want to to put my property in jeopardy or put myself at risk for being accused of receiving stolen property.

If company has assets (ie real estate or accounts receivable, etc), sure, if a company is shell, then not true.

For those receiving the leads...they dont even care if the lead is inquiring about a property that is already sold, because the value to the agent is in the lead, not in them being interested in a particular property.I think agents that do not like Zillow, do not like it because their accuracy is questionable.