Alternatively, you could do a flat fee for one or both units.

He bought a new truck and didn’t pay his crew.I was able to get about even in terms of his work completed and pay and threw him off the job.

To precisely assess each property's cash flow potential, a comprehensive financial analysis and due diligence process are necessary.In order to invest in Dallas, one should carry out extensive market research, establish connections with local investors, property managers, and real estate specialists; moreover, one should investigate financing alternatives, investigate possible investment properties, and give careful thought to property management.

I might ask why people are paying way over “market price” when they pay for first class on a plane, buy $100k pickup trucks or $500k boats.

I see all kinds of work trucks and I deal with investors all the time, and I've always been curious about what various investors in those areas are up to and what strategies they use.

Alternatively, you could explore options like cash-out refinancing to access equity while keeping low interest rates and established cash flow, or a 1031 exchange to defer capital gains taxes and reinvest proceeds into a similar property.

If multi-family isn't hitting the jackpot, explore alternatives like single-family rentals for potentially higher CAP rates, or consider commercial real estate options such as small retail or office spaces.

I invested in it, and it was an interesting alternative RE investment platform.

Assuming I was satisfied with the results I would have to decide based on my alternatives  

Additionally, exploring alternatives like legalizing the existing cellar apartment, if applicable, or renovating the current layout to increase rental income could be viable options.