I also began listening to the BP podcasts, reading BP articles, forums, and various real estate related books.

There has to be a way to track expenses that are business related and deductible but not attributed to a specific property, isn't there?

Would you recommend any relators or property managers in the area for first time buyers such as myself?

Documenting and pushing concerns raised over health and safety issues is also a classic leverage-move played by scam artist tenants.I'm not saying the tenant's concern is unfounded, but tenants asking for over-the-top precautions is going to add substantially to your costs and timeline.    

My relative gives me 10k for 50% equity.

If the property has any health or safety hazards, VA will require that you fix them before moving in. 

Williams While they are not directly related to Multifamily Investing, these books have helped me narrow in on other skills needed for the Industry.- The one thing by Gary Keller (How to simplifiy and prioritise your time and efforts)- Pitch Anything by Oren Klaff (How to Pitch and sell effectively)- The power of habit by Charles Duhigg- Never Split the difference by Chris Voss (FBI based negotiation)Just a few alternate books that will also help you In your multifamily journey.

Hey, im relatively new to Investing In Rental properties.

Given the market lately I am looking for places with strong rents and still relatively low purchase costs.

I am in talks with a local investment company to purchase an interest in one of their notes. However, looking at the Deed, the Trustee is listed as an individual, who is the owner of the investment company, while the ...