So I've been looking for a private lender to handle financing a property plus it's repair costs.

This is adjusted for growth to avoid existing owners getting massively higher tax bills YoY (again, in theory)FL = disclosure state i.e. tax % * price you paidSome other states = limit growth by a certain %Best bet: consult the local tax assessor's office and/or your broker.

You can actually create more “children” series from your computer at home, as they are private documents.

I was listening to a podcast and a scenario came up where a private lender promised a return after 5 years when the house was refinanced.

I’m trying to figure out what is the best way to hold rental properties. Is it better to place them under LLC’s or hold them under your name and then carry an umbrella policy to have more liability coverage?

Also, ask investors in your area for a copy of their templates.I don't think I've ever paid someone for a contract. 3 years in, with several partnerships/JVs/private lending, no problems so far!

Our goal for 2019 is to continue the same growth from this year, and create some relationships with private money partners. 

But working things out between owner and tenant is best bet I guess.

I typically only deal with private mortgages and notes for purchase and rehab.

But if the house was vacant and left in a high humidity condition, all bets are off.If doing it yourself, make sure you use proper PPE and procedures.