Make sure you do an OPRA request to check for open permits and confirm with the town whether the 2/1 below is legal and permitted.

Checked Zillow, you are right, only a few places have results in Canada.

Check out File Place: https://www.biggerpockets.com/...The link is located in the footer of every page on the left side.

Cat odor is far more problematic than a small dog, but I would check landlord references to confirm how they've maintained their last residence.

Do you check Landlord references?

@Hamidou Keita House hacking by converting a single-family to a duplex is a smart strategy, but requires careful planning.Pros: Offset living expenses, higher rental income, increased equity.Cons: Significant conversion costs (permits, construction), zoning restrictions, living in a construction zone, managing two tenants.Key Considerations:Feasibility: Check local zoning and permitting.Costs: Get detailed construction estimates.Market Analysis: Ensure post-conversion rent covers expenses and there's rental demand.Resources: BiggerPockets forums, local contractors, real estate agents.Have you researched your target property's conversion potential?

You can always get MLS data many places.You be the investor, let the realtors do their jobs.

I'll check it out! 

Check out Russellville, Harrison, or better yet Conway.

The person checking the unit just said needs replacing so we did but it did not solve the issue. $6000 repair.