We travel for work (healthcare) and chronically live out of MTRs, so it will be our first time operating a shorter term, but won’t be an entirely foreign situation to us.

Adding Square FootageIncreasing the usable living space of a home, such as by finishing a basement, converting an attic, or adding extensions, can dramatically raise the ARV.

Living in Iowa how could we pick our own papaya?

A quick google search of your state indicates the following regaridng timeline to give notice:30 daysFor tenants who have lived in the property for less than one year, or have a lease for less than one year60 daysFor tenants who have lived in the property for more than one year but less than two years, or have a lease for more than one year but less than two years90 daysFor tenants who have lived in the property for more than two years, or have a lease for at least two yearsI'd definitely touch base with an eviction attorney in your state to ensure you are not missing any steps and to have the attorney as a backup option in case the tenant does not vacate easily.

Your scenario is unique in that you are a 1st time flipper and you live/want to do this flip in NC.

It frees you up to focus on living your life and acquiring more property.

All 4 units are rented but at half as much as market value. 2 of the 4 tenants have lived there for 20+ years and one of those tenants is a hoarder and their unit needs gutted.

Happy Holidays AllWe live in Ontario and have been investing in the US for 9 years now.

The premise of those opportunities are based on you living there for an extended amount of time.

While I haven’t chosen a specific niche yet, I’m leaning toward purchasing a multi-unit apartment where my 20-year-old son could live and help manage while we rent out the other units—essentially a form of house-hacking.So far, I’ve connected with a few real estate agents and gained MLS access, which has been a great starting point.