Our team buys the properties and converts them and manages them so it has been a great learning experience seeing all three phases from taking down a project, renovating the building then managing the lease up.

In the event that there is an emergency, the person would need to be able to exit the apartment via the window.

How to Track Regulatory ChangesStaying up-to-date might seem daunting, but the right strategies and resources make it manageable.Key Resources:Local Government Websites: These often publish updates to zoning, rental, and housing codes.Real Estate Associations: Organizations like the National Association of Realtors (NAR) or local landlord associations offer regular updates and seminars.Newsletters and Blogs: Subscribe to reputable legal or real estate blogs for insights into upcoming changes.Professional Advisors: Build relationships with real estate attorneys and property management professionals who can provide guidance tailored to your market.Pro Tip: Set up Google Alerts for terms like “rental law changes” or “landlord regulations” in your area to receive real-time updates.3.

I'm hopeful I'll be able to get my apartment back and not make the same mistakes again. 

@Robert Ellis Since you mentioned panels, have you looked into SIPs at all for your builds? 

Ergo I do all the cooking and cleaning  LOL It doesn't hurt that your wife has a client (you) that gives her all his new builds to sell, lol. 

It’s one thing to learn, but turning knowledge into action—mistakes and all—is what separates those who dream from those who achieve.Let’s keep building and growing!

Explore off-market deals where competition might be less intense.Don’t get discouraged—success in these markets often comes from building strong connections and thinking creatively about deal sourcing!

Quote from @Jaron Walling: @Kane Spangler There's a since of pressure to build or buy RE in your post.

This month's Units magazine from the National Apartment Association has a good piece on fraud detection.