I enjoy helping Bigger Pockets members save time, money and talking REI.  

Vacation rentals etc are considered to be a business thus commerical.Section 5 is dubious.

The good thing about househacking a legal multifamily unit is that lender allows you to use the vacated units of 75% market rent as an income to offset the potential current mortgage.

The goal is estate planning where our children would enjoy the step-up basis.We are in a very rural area. 

I'm biased because BP Pros get RentRedi for free, but I enjoy it—and I'm currently only renting one property.

Year leases offer consistent income (less chance of vacancy), and tenants can plan to vacate after a year.

Guest checks in, enjoys their stay9. 5 days before check out, auto message for check out instructions are sent10.

I have learned that even though Salt Lake is a large city, it is quite small when it comes to networking, which I enjoy.

If the house is placed such that the front steps end at the front sidewalk then there is enough room for a modest little back yard to enjoy.

Being clear about what’s covered in the lease and by local laws can avoid misunderstandings and set their realistic expectations.If you do plan to carry out the cosmetic upgrades (because the property is overdue and of course you want to ensure your tenants are enjoying their home to the best of your abilities), try to schedule the repairs at times that minimize disruption.