I’m currently a teacher in Los Angeles and the real estate market is out of reach for me where I live. 

No AI for me @Dayana Castellon.

Even 25% work and then 25% money works for me.

That's been the majority of the argument from your side:"I like the HELOC method, because my money isn't just sitting around in my checking account, it's working for me.""

The numbers will absolutely need to make sense in order for me to even consider going through with a purchase. 

Talk to an accountant prior to doing the cost segregation study.You want to discuss whether it will be beneficial or not.In general real estate is considered passive which means that it can't be used to offset other forms of income such as wages, interest, dividends, capital gains, etc.However, there are some exceptions where the real estate loss can offset these types of income.best of luck.

If you're using the builder's contract form, rest assured it will be very one-sided in the builder's favor.3.

For me, I wanted to do something full time so I've built a property management business for short term and mid term rentals.

I’ve been down this road before, and I’d love to share some insights that worked for me and others I’ve helped over the years.When you start paying yourself, the key is to separate business and personal finances as much as possible.

I know i personally wont build anything with adjoining walls as the long term liability is to much risk for me.