I work with a significant number of hotel entities, I can address this from a tax perspective, I'll leave the liability issues to the attorneys.The lessee / lessor entity structure can be used for a few different tax reasons:1) There is a REIT investor - in which case they can only have "Rental" type income, while hotel operations generates "Ordinary" income. 

What are some ways that investors are connecting with homeowners? 

You can work at RE as many or as few hours as you want to....But do you want to help others buy/sell houses, or are you going to be an investor?

I always try to find a real estate agent just starting out and call and say can we meet for lunch or a cup of coffee, and then I never say what I need I say will it be ok if I refer investors or buyers, your way and my services is free but maybe one day you can help me or buy lunch.Joe Gore

Hi I’m a new investor.

In 25 years of property management, I have never heard one good reason for a landlord to disclose to the tenants that they are the ultimate owner.In most cases, it's pure ego on the part of the investor.

I’m seeing that some investors advocate for higher end materials when you can-granite counters, stainless steel appliances, tile bathroom.

Hi Tom,Usually investors use HELOCs for short term financing purposes like flips and BRRRRs.

It’s a great way to rub shoulders with other real investors in your area that can offer lots of advice and guidance. 

However, be aware that for investors (who do not live in the property as their primary residence), there is NO LIMIT to how much your property appraised value, and therefore your property taxes, can increase from year to year!