As far as your duplex, I'd say to evaluate your options for overall return.

I've closed deals in the STR realm and I can tell you I've done two log cabin refinances and in both cases the deal needed exceptions to pass. 

We view the risk of a 2nd and would add 3-5% higher (min) for the risk and unsecured we would not even touch, but I would put it at 2x a second.Curious to hear how others evaluate risk?

Hello, I am evaluating custodians and LLC set up options for what will be my Checkbook Roth IRA/LLC.I see some of the custodians have a partner who will charge a chunk money to set up the LLC $800-1k+.

I'm just trying to evaluate all of my options.

I'm evaluating a property near Yosemite National Park in California that currently sits on a 40 acre parcel.

Shouldn’t they be evaluating my current risk? 

As the foundation of real estate investment analysis, underwriting allows us to evaluate potential returns and associated risks accurately, ensuring informed and confident investment decisions.Understanding critical metrics like Net Operating Income (NOI), Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate), Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR), Gross Rent Multiplier (GRM), and Cash-on-Cash Return is essential.

What sources do you recommend for evaluating properties? 

I've done some research, listened to hundreds podcasts and watched hundreds youtube videos.im trying to evaluate which is a good market (location) to invest.I'm interested in fix and flips or BRRRs. if you're not interested in partnership but are familiar with these cities, then you have valuable information to guide me in selecting for example areas to avoid when purchasing investment property.