You are simply loaning your relatives money, with it secured by a STR. 

They ultimately decide when to sell or refinance, and as a passive investor in this type of opportunity you are often an equity partner who is paid your relative portion of the profits from cash flow during the hold period and appreciation when the property is refinanced or sold. 

Are use my own money but what I do is just take a screenshot of my bank account and send that in a text message to the listing agent along with a photo of my drivers license and the offer so far so good and has worked very well you could just take a screenshot of your relatives bank account they don’t need to know who his bank account it is

@Nick DiFinzioI'm sorry for the loss of your relative, good on them for being great with their finances.

What is the your relation/experience with that contractor?

I will send you a DM so we can exchange contact info.Originally posted by @Shavon Fox:Hi Dr Franklin,I am a Realtor, I live and work near your relative's lovely second home. 

@Jennifer A.You could ask an attorney how long your relative has to live there.

For example, your relative or friend wants to sell and you let an agent know.

However, if you asked for it to be fixed and they said it was fixed, I would go back to YOUR relator and tell her/him that it was not fixed and you want to be made whole. 

I would get to know the general area first by taking a quick look on zillow and then formulate some questions for your relator or property manager.