Just as examples (on the more creative end of the spectrum) he cites using a vehicle the seller may want for the down payment or even later buying back his own debt at a discount from the seller or their heirs/assigns.

We're excited to use real estate as a vehicle to get to where we want to be.  

You need to give her notice of lease violation for High Traffic.. associated with just what you think,, drugs, prostitution. and unauthorized  people.Put tow notice up in your parking lots No unauthorized vehicles, give each tenant a contact slip to fill out with details about their cars,, you can issue parking pass but basically you want them to know.. your watching inside and out and if car is there it's gonna get yanked if it's not on your list. and you can ask for proof of ownership so that one tenant doesn't list 10 cars. 

S Corporations are more often used for professional services over investment vehicles.

We've paid off all of our vehicles and credit cards, and basically have cash on hand and lots more coming in every month with which to invest. 

@Ana Brasher Having your real estate license is pretty expensive between licensing courses, continuing education, insurance, brokerage fees, wear and tear on your vehicle, MLS dues, and the fact that many companies require that you work at it full time.

I'm sure that never happens (I say while rolling my eyes.)Holly, I'm not aware of being able to put a lien on someones vehicles here without there permission, and when they moved they likely sold their vehicle and flew out. 

The other thing I do is limit vehicles in a multifamily mainly because my building you can't park on the street.

I recommend clients setup a Short Term Savings account and save throughout the year for these expenses since it’s usually a lot easier to come up with $17 per month vs the $200 per year for something like vehicle inspections & registrations.

They are common vehicles in Michigan but California law is very different--you need to speak with someone who knows local real estate law.