Everett Mother-In-Law suite

[Chris Cantrell]

I am looking at purchasing a property with a large mother-in-law suite. The property is not currently zoned a multi-family, however I see in the market that many people rent out their MIL suites.

It is stated on the MLS that this MIL unit is usually rented out, and I see evidence that it is a common practice in the area.

Should I go for it? I am only interested in the MIL suite for rental income.

[Mark Cypher]

The MIL is considered an ADU which is allowed in many Single Family Zones. Make sure it's a documented ADU. Seattle requires that you are owner occupied if you rent it out, but that doesn't stop most from treating the place like a duplex. Both my neighbors do this.

Here is an article on it:

http://blog.findwell.com/real-estate-investing/adu...