Your program sounds spot on, I like the "graduating" to less restrictive properties, but initial intake into the most tightly controlled home.The NIMBY factor is certainly an obstacle, but can be overcome with persistence (of legal action to enforce one's property rights, assuming one is in a correctly zoned area).something that could be added is work outreach program, as the ability to find work after recovery is obviously critical.

Other factors of condition, schools, and rental increases are some of the other factors to consider that will not appear on a spreadsheet.

You’re able to learn the basics of a real estate investment with lower risk and build equity at the same time.With 5% down, returns on cash invested could be huge when you factor in the appreciation gains.

However, I noticed that most homes in the neighborhood have vertical fences.Do you think it’s advisable to go with a horizontal design, or would it be better to stick with a vertical style to maintain consistency with the neighborhood aesthetic?

Design- in my market I don’t see crappy units, they are all nice.

I’d recommend reaching out to a local architect or design-build firm who has experience with both home additions and ADU construction to help bring your vision to life.

A lot to factor if the numbers actually make sense to do it.

That is something to factor in as well.

Our understanding is that if we designate the $60K as "OPTION CONSIDERATION" - these funds and the USE of these funds are NOT Taxable to the property seller UNTIL one of two things happen; # 1 the OPTION gets exercised, or # 2 the OPTION gets cancelled.

@Kamryn DeVaultTo invest in a duplex, consider factors like neighborhood quality, economic stability, safety, property condition, cash flow potential, financing options, tenant screening, lease agreements, future potential, legal and zoning considerations, maintenance and management, networking, and starting small and scaling.