Even if you create a non-CA LLC, if you are managing the business from California, you will likely be deemed to be "doing business" in California and therefore likely subject to CA taxes.

My understanding is that a SFH with an ADU would be considered a 2 unit so would be subject to rent control per S.F.

Great explanation Christian, a bit more as to the Special Warranty Deed for those here, as to Subject-To transactions.

AI can do a lot of things well, but it can't handle subjective information.

I understand this is not a one size fits all subject... just seeing if anyone has any wisdom for me, OR, is in the same boat as I am.

The cash flow is strong, but that's subject to the deal you buy.

But you can get a vanilla FNMA mortgage for a rental property with a valid H1B (provided there are no lender-specific overlays, which on this subject there usually are).

You'd only need to bring the difference between the balance on his loan and what you agree to purchase the property for and your share of closing costs.The term is "Subject to" which is short for Subject To Existing Liens, Deed of Trust, etc.

How can I negotiate to buy a house that didn't sell at $749k on the open market, subject to the existing mortgage with cash over, seller pay the broker fee and i buy "as is, where is"?

I already tried contacting a permitting attorneys but thought someone would know better.Side note for the goodies, local ordinance is not a federal law and is not subject to jail time as far as I know.So I'm designing the two ADUs with that in mind and putting them on their own power, water and sewer in case I 1033 in the future.