It discourages new landlords from entering the market and limits the ability of existing landlords to adjust rents to match rising maintenance and operational costs.

I think your thesis is sound in general, but I would want a hedge on my bet.

I imagine you'll have the same issue with the unpermitted kitchenetteIf you can rent the property as a MTR then listing on Furnished Finder will probably be your best bet.

I’m also not a fan of buying a property that loses money every month, while hoping for appreciation and betting that interest rates will fall.

Your best bet would be to hire a good property manager who screens well and knows what they're doing and you should be able to get good income over a few years. 

It’s crucial to stay disciplined here, as overspending on land can limit the funds available for construction and other expenses.Development Scale: I’d recommend avoiding developments in the range of 4-50 units unless you have a very specific reason.

You bet, but not active or pre-foreclosure.

My limit is set to $500, and I never was sent a request for this repair.

Your best bet is to start a relationship with a local lender so you can get on the same page about what you need and when.

They also may be able to offer higher liability limits.