Do you do it yourself or you have a local manager?

In your particular case, I would consult with a local eviction attorney to get their take on the local laws and regulations.Nonetheless if a tenant tried to pull this on me, I probably wouldn't want them as a long term tenant in the future.

.- remember that you'll be paying all utilities if you rent by the room, so factor that into what you charge for rent, and consider using remotely-controlled nest thermostats so they can't jack the heat up beyond what any normal person would pay for (if you're in a cold area). the same could be said for a home with central air in a warmer climate.- consider baking into the rest biweekly housekeeping, so that you know that the property is being kept up with (prevents pest issues), and you won't have to deal with any quarrels over who's cleaning the common areas more than who.- always have the parents co-sign the lease.- make a manual for them. what would your own kids be calling you about when they first move out on their own?

James - I am local to Ventura County and have helped multiple folks with VA Loan assumptions.I search the MLS for listings with FHA or VA loans.

Make sure the title company is familiar with all the local and state laws and regulations. 

When it comes to wisely investing our hard-earned money, it's important to consider the data, seek advice from locals, or even visit the location in person.The cost of living in Jackson, TN is 4% lower than the state average and 14% lower than the national average.

3) Check out some of the local meetups that you can find in this forum!

Know your local laws and the federal laws.

As an individual, it is hard to open an efficient, responsible, profitable out of state network because as an individual you do not provide that much value for an agent or a contractor to run around and cater to you.But when you are part of a group that closed on over 4 million in real estate in six months and brought in over one million in local rehab dollars and put 50+ people to work and paid the city inspection office for all the permits, inspections, and reports then people cater you to. 

Might as well just invest in your local market at that point.