Hey Jonathan - I usually start by checking what similar properties are charging in the area, considering things like size, amenities, and location.

A 30% above the cost of non-renewable energy was, at that time, considered marketable, more than that and they did not generally build after permitting.BTW, on government land leases there are requirements to mitigate impacts, so replacement land is required if the land used is habitat for certain species. 

It’s currently vacant and we are considering selling, but the foundation will be an issue.  

For a legal service dog, you cannot charge a pet fee or deposit or pet rent because a legal service dog is considered an appliance, not a pet.

Typically, as I'm searching for further acquisitions, I don't even consider deals that won't return at least a fast 300%, with no further CapEx, just by clipping-and-flipping.

It's not perfect but it's a start and something for you both to look forward to as you continue building your life together.Some other questions to consider are:1.

Then I consider letters of reference, cosigners, and added security deposit in order to meet approval. 

Have you considered moving those funds into a self-directed IRA (SDIRA)?

I may consider more passive investments , but that appears hard to come by.

I suspect build cost in CA are closer to 400 a foot than 200 like many other areas and of course far higher for the custom homes.