Any / all advice is much appreciated.To note: These people seem to check out in many respects.

It works in my favor in this respect in that house wouldn't sell for this in todays market and works in his favor in that it gets him into a cash producung 2 family as he could not get a conventional loan at this point in time.regards,chris

Tod - In Texas, does every person on every crew need to sign the affidavit you mentioned or just the primary sub (for his respective crew)?

Here's a video of how not to landlord:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIrN-etPO0E&nofeather=True

Also -- I'll let you know who he is later, but we've got another speaker in the mix -- an author of 3 books who is definitely one of the most respected individuals in the business.

Rent checks go to the respective bank accounts.

Emphasizes what a lot of people have responded with here.

Treat all parties with respect bro.

In a technical degree, there should be lots of opportunity to advance your skills in that respect.2.

Use the City to help you get him to keep his property looking good, with respectful tenants.