Certainly the mixed park requires more engagement but the NOI is substantially better. 

We can meet almost any need- plus we can help with design

The low bids likely don't account for the entire scope of work required to design, permit and build an ADU, including requisite utility upgrades and other site improvements.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

How could the IRS argue otherwise if you can show proof of your active business engagement?

In addition to FHA, I have a conventional loan with the option to put as little as 3% down as well a speciality product that has lower rates if the property is in a designated area.

Opt for landlord-specific coverage: Ensure you have a policy specifically designed for landlords, which may offer better rates and coverage tailored to your needs.3.

Ingrid,I would make sure you designate a spot in the front or back yard located away from the house.

Without knowing more details about the specifics of the project being proposed as it relates to your property, it's hard to say if there are any obvious big red flags that could negatively impact your property's future value.That being said, I would try to find out as much information as possible about the new apartment building's design and layout - the two big things I would try to ascertain would be the location of the garage entrances/exits, as well as the location of any outdoor amenity spaces (pools, terraces, dog runs, etc).  

Although I did learn a little and met some awesome folks I feel as though I learned more from this website and other free resources on the internet than I did from what I found to be an outdated home study course and this extremely high-level Three Day Seminar.The seminar I found to be 10% focused on education and 90% focused on selling the coaching programs that are designed and intended to guide the recipient to earn in upwards of $100k/ per annum in investing.