Lots of ways to do this, but better to go slow and protect your capital along the way.

When I first started as a carpenter in VT I worked for a high-end custom design-build firm and all of our guys were actually local white boys.

If insurance doesn't protect the tenant, then you should at least forgive them any rent charges for the duration.

Hey Kyle, Evolve should have a 90-day clause, most property managers have this to protect their relationship with Airbnb and other platforms by honoring bookings up to 90-days.

However, once you move out and rent both units, forming an LLC might be worth looking into for liability protection.2️⃣ Zoning concerns?

By the way AB 2533 (Carrillo) – Unpermitted ADUs extends the protection of existing (not newly built) unpermitted safe units of SB13.  

If you have a plain jane property, you are better off learning how to get repeat customers and partner with local businesses.

She genuinely cared about my situation and worked hard to ensure that I got the best possible outcome.From the minute I hired her, she was 1000% dedicated to analyzing every single detail and protecting my interests.

DSCR Loans only available when property is fully finished and turnkey, however you might want to look into a lender that offers ground-up construction loans and DSCR.Also - be careful around the modular home / quick property types since these mortgage loans typically have to be secured by foundational real estate, so anything that can be moved or not fully foundational is probably a no-go (can't foreclose/protect the investment as a lender)

This strictly relates to asset protection.