I'd have to see your overall layouts but I think you are on the right track. we build 3 story stacked triplexes and it's very efficient so don't be afraid to go up either. anytime you build more than 1 structure costs are much higher but if its just to offset mortgage and you want to be separate then I understand. 

Design happens to be one of my passions, and I’d love to help you brainstorm ideas or suggest some cost-effective design solutions that could work for your project.If you’d like, feel free to share some details about the style you’re aiming for or any preferences you have.

A $107k NOI with a 43% expense ratio is impressive, even with rising costs like taxes, insurance, and utilities.

Your construction skills can give you a significant advantage, allowing you to save on rehab costs or even flip properties for capital.

@Vincent WeselakIt’s a good idea to get an estimate for your insurance costs upfront since this can vary based on the property type and location, and it’s a key factor in evaluating your cash flow. 

Though if an individual were paying for her or himself, I’d say go with the home-study version for a fraction of the costs of the live seminar….

No but keep track of those repairs as it will add to your cost basis when you go to sell it and have to pay capital gains.

What they will offer you is an appliance package, or closing cost help, or a low fixed rate loan. 

Having a real estate license, I would credit the commission payed out I would receive for being my own agent towards closing costs for the new property.

Granted there is a cost in hiring an agent, Having someone analyze each deal with localized knowledge is worth its weight in gold.