So, if you all wouldn't mind, I'm going to run my numbers by you and lay out my problem.2 Story Brick Ranch Home: Built in 1971, Single owner, no updates. 2100 finished sq. ft and 3360 total sq. ft. .34 acre lot (one of the largest in the neighborhood)Needs new flooring throughout, kitchen, open living spaces, and wallpaper demolition.

I don't know if it's better to split the lots and squeeze as large a home as possible on each lot, or if it's better to build the largest house that will fit on the present lot sizes.  

in addition to all these factors, it is the largest port of entry for our fastest growing demographic...

You can tell copper from aluminum by the color It's definitely one of the safety hazards - and, based on how poorly it is often done, probably the largest hazard - but around here it is also common to find copper fixtures on the end of AL wiring which can also work loose over time.

They are one of the largest RE firms in the city with solid process and procedures with protect both owner and tenant interests.  

I don't think they would mind not having a front street and things like feeders, trail cams, tree stands, etc. don't really do anything to the land and would be put up by the people leasing the land. 

What do you do to ensure that the tenant is responsible for security deposit disputes since that is the largest reason for owner lawsuitsHow familiar are you with the newly changed laws that can affect you the owner if they are not used correctly?

Also joining in are several smaller MLS systems that border these areas to now form the largest MLS coverage area in the nation. http://www.baltimoresun.com/business/real-estate/bs-bz-bright-mls-created-20170112-story.html

Also, what would you advise as to insurance as this would become my largest concentration of equity with a 25% down payment? 

* What do you do to ensure that the tenant is responsible for security deposit disputes since that is the largest reason for owner lawsuits* How familiar are you with the newly changed laws that can affect you the owner if they are not used correctly?