* What do you do to ensure that the tenant is responsible for security deposit disputes since that is the largest reason for owner lawsuits* How familiar are you with the newly changed laws that can affect you the owner if they are not used correctly?.

You'll also want to ensure you have a good property manager to look after the upkeep of the property if you are not there to notice anything deteriorating or which may need attention.This article goes into a lot of the considerations about whether to form an LLC or not: https://www.mmpph.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/May-2019-newsletter.pdfCreating an LLC in California would cost you a minimum tax of $800 every year.

@Daniel Graham Wright Sounds like a solid plan...it's really all relative...it's better to focus on what the data is telling us, rather than the news headlines...multifamily (residential) and single family residential behave in a very different way...even though they are closely related.

You want to have control of your investment ensuring it is as profitable as can be.  

Off-post/base BAH is usually reserved for E-5 and above which will better ensure a respectful tenant. ...if not, you’ll have their CO’s contact info.

It serves two purposes, it allows for a water proof cover for the joint & gives you a better caulked finish for the shower door frame.I also always add a 2x4 behind the joint to ensure a good solid screw anchor for the shower door framing.Tough to see but it blends in nicely & the PVC wraps around the corner on this one.

Was that for a 15 or 30 yr program ... did you go thru forma pre approval process ( providing all your data ) or did you just speak with them ?

I’ve found brokers don’t easily give that info away either  - Some cities publish the data online.

If you feel like you have to force/fudge data to make it sound good to a lender, then your project may not be profitable.Take your medicine.

@Chris Williams Well, you can find data online showing RE trends, incomes, employment, etc.