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.

I of course hope for the best but plan for the worst (military side of me), so really my question should be changed to "When partnering with someone who has an LLC, is it common for both parties to put the trust under both of their LLC's?"

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

Also, connecting with experienced investors and property managers early on can save time and help you avoid common mistakes.

This can come from many different directions, but most commonly it is people that you have a personal relationship with and/or a referral from a close friend that I trust, especially when you are starting out, and even then it is still hard because you need to not just have these friends, but they also have to have some liquidity to invest.And to address your other question about track record in SFR vs MF, to some extent you are correct on the assessing deals. 

Seller financing is probably the most common form of "creative finance", but unless the seller is an idiot, any seller financing is going to come with a higher downpayment and higher rates than an FHA or Conventional loan.Not saying this to be mean, it's just the reality of the situation. 

Snakes as pets are pretty common.  

Every lender has slightly different requirements, but here are some of the common criteria we look for:Property Ownership / Purchase Agreement – You’ll need to show either a purchase contract or proof of current ownership if it’s a refinance.Exit Strategy – Whether it’s a flip, refinance into long-term financing, or a sale, the lender wants to understand how the loan will be paid off.Credit Profile – While perfect credit isn’t required, most lenders will still check for recent bankruptcies, foreclosures, or major delinquencies.Down Payment / Skin in the Game – Typically expect 20% down on a purchase. 

., exterior/landscaping while interior demo proceeds).Use a Gantt chart (even a simple spreadsheet) to track trade start/finish, dependencies, and buffers.Daily control15-minute stand-up with GC or project lead each morning (photos + punch list).Two inspections/week: one quality, one progress vs. schedule.Keep critical spares on hand (breakers, valves, GFCIs, common trim, extra boxes of flooring).Tech + templatesSimple tools (Google Drive + shared photo folders, or apps like Buildertrend/Jobber) for scope sheets, punch lists, and photo proof.Use QR codes in rooms linking to the finish schedule for fewer “what goes here?”

When I talk to new investors — especially those managing rentals from out of state — one of the most common mistakes I see is asking only about a manager’s processes or protocols.