There are 7 tests to determine if you materially participate (only need to meet one) the most commonly used tests are:1.

I'd really appreciate any advice on how you got started, how you find off-market deals and any additional additional tips you are willing to share.

That said, cash-out refinance through a DSCR or investor-focused product is usually much more straightforward and commonly used by LLCs.Complications: An LLC doesn’t complicate things too much if you’re working with lenders used to investment properties.

I feel like it's less common for a mom of young ones to be RE investing as well, but I'm fully in it, and would love to connect with others in a similar stage of life :) 

If so, this is a very common service.

Now, based on your timeline of how long it takes to get from one property addition to the next, and how much you are adding on in profit/CF from each property, how long will it take you to get to your financial goal?

Retrofitting hurricane straps is a common upgrade we see homeowners complete that can potentially pay for itself within 2-3 years.

Things like maintenance requests, rent reminders, move-in/move-out checklists, or even handling the common FAQs — those can be automated or routed through AI without losing the personal touch.

I work a lot on TIC structures around the Bay, and you’re right that they’re far more common in San Francisco than elsewhere.

Quote from @Leo Leiva: We've been in the business for over 15 years now, and the most common reason for a deal falling apart is a borrower omitting critical information — or, in some cases, trying to pass off borderline fraud as fact.not only borrowers but intermediaries (brokers) as well.