We've also mitigated losses with a security deposit.- No Reviews: As hosts we can filter out potential harmful guests using reviews.

There shouldn't be any need to negotiate them as you would negotiate rent, they just are what they are, and the owner is required to provide proof of those costs to you.

Can someone provide me with some financing ideas other than the two that I just mentioned that would enable the other heir to receive cash from their portion of the equity based on its current assessed value and allow me to take ownership of the home, subsequently remodel it, and rent it?

If you do this you can potentially include a higher security deposit but you want t make sure to follow state laws about that.I understand that people may be improving their credit due to life circumstances.

Based on the new information provided by the City for what can Qualify; I would say this likely could Qualify for an Express Permit.

I have house hacked 3 times in the Logan Square & bucktown neighborhoods.It will probably easier if you can provide some more details on the analysis....maybe consider BiggerPockets calculator. 

It also includes sellers who provide, offer to provide, or arrange to provide goods or services to consumers in return for some type of payment as part of a telemarketing transaction.Thanks, Frank!

I struggle to understand that logic, because at that point buy off the MLS where at least you will have a proper and secure close. 

As you, I wish I would of bought years ago but hey it is still good time to do so and secure some good investments but doing your due diligence is key. 

And they don't provide much info on dividend distribution.