The key to this is finding a HML that doesn't require access to the property for an appraisal.

I think tax benefits should be secondary to buying something that would work well as a STR.I would recommend you consult a tax professional to see what possible tax benefits you could receive from buying this STR.

Hi Shyam Sridharan I would recommend to get a contractor to make all the changes.

There are a lot of scammers out there hihgly recommend 

I recently completed one on a multifamily property and found it to be a cost-effective approach.That said, there are a couple of additional factors to consider beyond the code differences between a garage conversion and new construction:Coastal Overlay Zones – If your property is in a coastal overlay, building a ground-up ADU may require Coastal Commission review, which can add time and complexity to the process.

In Cleveland, I'm taking down duplexes as rentals and Cuyahoga county requires us to communicate with 3 - 5 departments just to get payoffs.

For more affordable properties—those priced under $400,000—the timeline is even shorter, with many homes receiving offers within two weeks of being listed.This fast-moving market poses a particular challenge for first-time buyers who may not be as familiar with the urgency required in competitive bidding situations.

What I would like to are some reading recommendations for learning the meat and potatoes on the processes of completing rehabs, and the processes of working with contractors?

Any EPA issues or studies required for your financing?

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