They will be able to update you on what you need to do to help fire proof your home, and if there are any other options to lower insurance like external fire sprinklers, sealing up, attic vents, defensible space, etc.

Continue renovating my current house--big projects would include finishing the basement (adding a bedroom/bathroom/living rm space) and putting new siding on (the current siding is probably the original).

This year id love to partner with some people in the area and make the jump into my first commercial deal.What challenges have you seen in the commercial space vs smaller residential multifamily?

I have my offices for our restaurants/real estate in the fourth unit, since it was a commercial space.

Always good to connect with others in the space, especially in the Orlando market.

It was also difficult to assess the heating situation after repairs since tenant refused to provide key to access unit for repairs and/emergencies, citing “privacy and safety” concerns.

Consider reaching out to a local Rental Owners Association to connect with experienced hosts, gain valuable insights, and access resources that can help you navigate property management more effectively.

Best Value adds are:Updated kitchen, updated bathrooms, cosmetic remodels.Additional bathrooms - finished basement spaces, in unit washer dryer, central air, additions/alterations.All of those are useless though if your roof is 30 years old, your mechanicals are from pre 1950's, and your home is in dire need to be renovated "behind the walls"Otherwise the above will increase your value but you will be left with Lipstick on a Pig

In Oregon for instance unless your doing a PUD open space cannot be required and you MUST create lots to specified zoning density.. in other words if your zoned 5k sq ft lots U cant ask for 7500 sq ft lots you must be within 10% of the base zoning.

So, I'd look to the other properties and ask whether the ones on the street also had only street parking versus access to a driveway.