Can you guys please offer me some expert guidance when it comes to evaluating finished basement square footage in my comp analysis in North Carolina?

Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – and they often select the first PMC they call!

Why can't you offer her assistance while she trains you, so you both make money?

It sounds like the reverse mortgage company is offering a path for you to buy it - which is more than they have to do.  

Harlem is undergoing a significant transformation, and properties like this one, which offer both historical significance and modern amenities, are in high demand.

I used the 75% rule on the income and added it and my DTI without the rental goes from 24% to 38%.Or does it just allow me to just take the net profit of that rental and add it to my rental? 

Still, this is a poor time in the rental season and 1 months rent can be expected as a cost of vacancy (in addition to the cost to clean and touch up - $900) .Finally and I hope this is is the last one lol - Another tenant is moving out Jan 31st and this unit also requires a full cosmetic rehab.

Also, here's an article with additional FAQs on cost segregation studies that you may find helpful.

There are landlords who are proud to own properties while offering their communities a nice and safe place to live (and enjoying the benefits of having someone else pay for your appreciating asset).

Additionally, take some time to drive around your neighborhood and gather information on recently sold properties within a mile radius.