The plan could invest into real estate, but must do so fully at arm's length. 

@Matt Harris If you are in a title and escrow state you can have title put a Deed of Trust/ Lien on the property for your family member that way it is documented, and won't cost an arm and a leg.

Do you feel like you are charged an arm and a leg for the maintenance that goes on?

WAFD, Frost, TrustmarkHigh primary, not investment, HELOC:Spring EQ 97.5% and fast, at 11 daysForeign national: Civic 80% LTV for cash out. 5/1, 7/1 and 10/1 interest only ARMS. 1 to 2 year bridge loan.

Fixed or ARM?

We used a local bank then this year we switched to a portfolio loan and 3.75% 5 yrs arm.

Ownership does and Fannie Mae explicitly allow appraisal of systems IF owned (cash or financed).You are investing in the property with other's money if the tenants are paying for the system instead of their paying a utility.

Make sure it explicitly explains the process for termination if you are unhappy with their services, but especially if they violate the terms of your agreement.3.

Construction is expensive, but the book arms you with the knowledge to at least know what's reasonable.

We can put you in touch with some lenders offering creative loans like 5.8% ARMs to ease the monthly payment constraints.