Again, if your $250k is true, and includes all the electrical upgrades, new plumbing runs, potentially new foundation pour (since I assume the existing garage slab is not capable of supporting a new two story house), I am guessing since I don't know the market, but assume you will have a lot of equity by completing the project.

Interesting about the wind-down structure, I'll look into that more. some existing HMLs that don't have cooperating banks right now and probably would be glad to have it.  

That begs the question are you seeing similar in your markets with either single family homes existing or new construction?

This puts your family’s home at risk and is unfair and irresponsible, in my view.The claim that “hard money loans for existing deals are difficult to get” is simply not true.

March 2, 2025The Treasury Department is announcing today that, with respect to the Corporate Transparency Act, not only will it not enforce any penalties or fines associated with the beneficial ownership information reporting rule under the existing regulatory deadlines, but it will further not enforce any penalties or fines against U.S. citizens or domestic reporting companies or their beneficial owners after the forthcoming rule changes take effect either.

I am wondering what resources exists within BP for Canadian investors?

To be honest, I feel good that I was able to find these myself without shelling out $150 asked by the title company. 

Hello @Christine Vasquez,Many investors choose real estate markets based on gut feelings or popular trends. 

My existing current home will be rented out.

If rates go up, affordability decreases, which could soften demand and slow price growth—but not necessarily cause a crash.Supply Chain & Construction Costs – If tariffs drive up material costs, new construction could slow down, keeping existing home prices more stable than expected.