@Jon Mason that’s called a “party line” and they are common in Portland, I had one.

I’m obviously looking to avoid certain pitfalls with my first deal.

The most common types of syndications you will find are known as 506b and 506c.

We want to buy the house as tenants in common. 

I have a 5 unit, and 6-7% interest and a 15 or 20 year term are common. 

You can also have multiple Named Insureds (LLC's, Partnerships, etc) on the policy as long as there is common ownership between the Named Insureds.There are several popular insurance programs in the market place that Flippers use.

Is this a common thing?

More commonly, if we're showing a house where the owner is open to leaving some stuff behind, we'll mention those items specifically to prospective tenants, almost as a "bonus", if they want it. 

Here I thought buying off a proforma was common knowledge...Actual's do provide great insight into the property. 

We have a minimum income requirement to qualify for this unit (3 times monthly rent); based on your email, it appears you meet those qualifications.Regarding pets, we allow cats and most dog breeds except for the following:-any breeds/mixes known under common parlance as “Pit Bull”-Rottweiler-Doberman Pinscher-German Shepherd-Alaskan Malamute a.k.a “Husky”-Chow Chow-Great Dane-St.