A mentor of mine has given me an electronic copy of her lease agreement, but I think I should have a different one to cover instances where I am house hacking.

@Jorge PereiraThere are a number of us here who work with international investors, expats, etc.

That's what i figured you meant and just included the link to the appraisal blog because it included a link to the International Residential Code, which lists the requirements for a bedroom. 

The suggestions are generally on of 3:- Use locks by landlordkeys- Use electronic password locks- kwikset smartkeys for turning over unitsI found this video on YouTube for a Kwikset product that not only has the smartkey feature for turning over units, but allows you to have a master key!!

The REIT Index VNQ has also been on fire and it has tempted me to buy some and I know others suggest international indexes or investing in emerging markets (South America, South East Asia etc.)So far I've been sticking to VTSAX, but should I consider diversifying through other index funds?

As more cities and counties become more walkable and driving electronically the amount of parking needed can be reduced.

Through technology like Google Duo, picture messaging, electronic deadbolts, and Venmo, I am able to ensure progress on a project without having to personally be there.     2.

My education tells me to invest, but the conservative side of me tells me to pay my home off so I don't have to worry about that if I lost my job as I try to grow my real estate business.How have others approached this internal question for yourself? 

After graduate school, I have accepted a position to work for PricewaterhouseCoopers specifically in the area of International Taxation.

She simply sends me the lease once its signed for my records, my monthly electronic transfer, and bi-annual inspection reports.