The only points Scott Trench made in that article that could be applied to this situation is that LLCs need commercial financing.

Also she pays with money orders (from Ralphs grocery store)  which is suspect to me. why would someone making 400k use money orders for rent. this is a SFR in a very nice neighborhood in S.California., I would like to move into the property myself and get her out.

@Tanner Marsey, I lived in Huntington Beach for 17 years before moving to NorCal a couple years ago, I'll share my perspective, but it's specific to my situation. 

Khan in that the 10/15 year notes work for my situation over the 30 year notes, even after factoring in what I could potentially contribute out of pocket.  

Knowing that my tax situation would soon be getting too complicated for me to want to handle, I sought out a CPA who specializes in real estate (actually found him on BP) and began the conversation.  

You could start simple and call or email the owner and tell them your situation.

Two I was doing way too many low dollar tasks, running to the hardware store mowing the lawn you get the picture.

Not Starbucks, Whole Foods and an Apple store. 

Hi BP,I am aware of the 2% Rule when it comes to Real Estate investing. However, does this rule apply if you are not putting 20% down? Reason being, PMI payments could shift your numbers.Should the 2% rule change to a...

I would use this as a situation to develop a policy for future occurrences.