Additionally if you are deeding the property you live in to an LLC you may lose the homestead exemption which could actually increase your taxes. 

Factor it into your cost and decision. 

Our lease break fee is 2 months of rent.

Where comps come in to to compare "cap Rates"  (a measure of financial performance) of recent sales. 

Improving grading or having downspouts drain into pipes that move the water away from the house often solve the majority of issues. 

I was actually googling and saw this post pop up about safeguard so I figured I would jump into the conversation.

Staying ahead of the game by understanding how local regulations align with state bills like SB-9, SB-684, and SB-423 can open doors to exciting development projects.SB-9: Simplifying Lot Splits and Duplex BuildsSB-9 streamlines the process for lot splits and duplex construction, offering a straightforward way to increase property value and expand housing options.SB-684: More Flexibility for Smaller ProjectsFor urban lots under 5 acres, SB-684 makes it easier to pursue smaller housing developments, transforming overlooked properties and vacant lots into productive investments.SB-423: Faster Approvals, Fewer HeadachesNo one likes endless waiting.

I helped an investor get into a 3 bed 2 bath , 3 bed 2 bath duplex for 105k - each side is leased for 1250.  

In digging into the details through public record searches I find out that he has had 3 evictions, several drug convictions, and a violent crime.

I'd love to chat with someone that has made the jump from a SFH portfolios into bigger commercial investments.