The thought came to me because people pay a premium for new construction but then each year systems get older, so you are really banking on the value of the land.Thanks!

I just told her, "I am not trying to control you, and I would never say that you can NOT buy something.

Have you been hitting the mark on your ARVs with your system so far, or are you just starting out?

The thrust from the jet's is the movement of $currency$ in the economic system.

This would allow me to raise the rent for the main house a bit over market but I'm concerned usage could get out of control and making my cashflow take an unpredictable hit.Does anyone see other options here that may work better than the two above?

Engage professionals to inspect major components such as the roof, plumbing (including sewer lines), foundation, drainage, electrical systems, HVAC, chillers, boilers, termites, exterior walls, balconies, stairs, rails, and concrete.

Example of overcharges included* $300 for cleaning windows and cabinets after entire house was professionally cleaned* $80 to replace HVAC filter after entire HVAC system was replaced* $700 for a small list of punch items - 2 door stops, raking backyard, removing satellite dish in backyard and trimming bushesAfter terminating relationship, owner decided to send a termination charge for $450 (contract does stipulate it) - even though the company has not done squat and never placed a tenant and already charged so called 'set up' fee of $300..

There is always the risk that after you do the repair, the the system fails quickly after that. 

My parents for burnt bad by the banks, that shaped my financial believe system growing up.Of course, you should not "feel" about money at all.

[Redfin]TP: Personal opinion: rent controls and/or big first-time buyer grants are not the answer.