A picture is worth a 1000 words and a project we helped someone on in the UP was able to gain support and approval by getting renderings done showing what the finished project would look like.

If you're looking for cities with the greatest potential of appreciation, I also suggest putting Columbus, Ohio, on your list, as there's a ton of growth happening in the city.No matter where you chose to invest, it will be crucial to work with an investor friendly agent so you're able to gain the right insight on the different areas and the risks involved.

Pay attention to whether the room is a primary suite (your own bathroom) or shared bathroom, how many roommates, etc. as those would factor in to how much someone would be willing to pay.

Since it’s the largest home in the neighborhood, that can be a bit of a challenge, but you can turn that to your advantage with the right strategy.First, consider tweaking the price slightly—either lowering it a bit more to attract attention or pricing it closer to the higher end if you’re targeting buyers who value the upgrades and space.

@Maria JeanetteTax Advantages: Income and gains grow tax-deferred (or tax-free if using a Roth SDIRA).All Costs Through the IRA: Expenses (repairs, taxes, etc.) must be paid from the IRA, so ensure it’s well-funded.You might also want to consult a CPA or attorney experienced with SDIRAs to ensure compliance with IRS rules and maximize benefits.Best of luck!

There was very little immigration before 2016 for a decade and workforce decreased, and since then, there is a net gain of around 1.5 million.

We also get to enjoy our place as often as we like (the slightly lower occupancy rate due to our use is also a factor in being cash flow negative) and the negative cash flow is offset easily by the equity we'd gain, even assuming only a 2% appreciation on the cabin. 

Unless they are housing a squirrel, it will take you years to get someones attention and evict in the city.

I’m looking to gain knowledge on real estate investing here on Bigger Pockets and excited about the possibility of learning from and connecting with both new and experienced investors!

Plus looking to sell a property for her with over 100K equity after commissions, no capital gains tax .That new car smell with 6 miles.