If you have your money mostly in things like bonds, etc. you can do a simple POD beneficiary. 

Interestingly enough, after an hour they will bond, and make a united from against the third person, which is now "new" and the "intruder".

This can be VERY expensive when the bond market is signaling that we are possibly at the high point of rates.

Thank youThe first advice on that behalf I would say to be sure whoever gets in the property to do repairs to be bonded and insured and certified if needed.

How does the return on your down payment compare if you were to leave the money in the bank, versus purchasing stocks/bonds, or buying a rental property.   

does he have a bond for malpractice?

Are you bonded?

I am looking for contractor referrals in the Seattle Tacoma area who are available now, reliable.1) Flip is about 50-60K and 2) B class rental makeover 20-25KWould prefer licensed and bonded GCs to run projects, especially the larger project, but I can GC if needed.Trades I'm looking:GC to handle mostPlumbing (repairs and move a sink drain 7 feet on same wall)Carpenter (fix & install doors, trim, rebuild deck)Window installer (can install and trim)Electrician to make some repairs on wiringI have painter, flooring, roofing, kitchen/bath cabinets coveredThank you!

Contractors must be registered and insured, and in most but not all cases bonded to work in the city.

Most require you to post a bond specifically for that town annually as well, another $100 per town.