a lot of good advice and knowledge in this thread. i have been in that situation before. it was not a provider though. it was more like what turned into a sb situation. the way i had it set is she got apartment in her name. i did not sign or cosign anything. i would give her her rent 2 weeks before it was due. if she did not have it when it was due, well then that is her own damn fault. i know a little harsh but also was working with her on managing her money. which now she is a pro at. make sure your butt is covered at all times. payments are in cash. that way if she does some thing stupid, get busted, burns the place down, then it can not cause you head aches or get you involved in. very important is know who you are dealing with or get to know real fast. the hardest thing for guys is trying to always think with big head instead of small one. that tends to end bad with awkward situations or emotions getting involved. i will openly admit i fell prey to that once. it was a chaotic mess, but looking back it was worth it
. with the question asked i would advise to think it over thoroughly. there is good chance of ending bad, but small chance it can work out good. the one i had that arrangement with we are still really close friends and that is after i cut her loose a while back.