I am searching through all the BP threads trying to find the best fit for me in terms of asset protection/law/CPA firm that specialize in real estate investment and have narrowed it down to Anderson or KKOS/Mark Kohler.

ABL, which is the basis for HML/fix and flip lending, will have different criteria and different focuses than multi-year loans based on cashflow and borrower credit score (long term mortgages).

You can do this as a rate and term refinance with no cash out, or a cash out refinance. 

Hey @Raven Ye Mahar, so you should call the city and make sure but if you are renting it long term, you shouldn't be on the hook for any of the occupancy taxes.Nashville has a STR Occupancy Tax - https://www.nashville.gov/departments/finance/office-treasur...In the end, I would just call the city and get the deets that way. 

IDK pets can certainly do damage but with a decent long term tenant I tend to want to preserve the relationship.

What specifically are you looking for in terms of investing? 

., short-term rental, mid-term rental)?

We do long-term rentals and practice BRRRR on every deal. 

Since you’re considering converting the upper unit into a short-term rental, you may also want to implement strict rules around smoking or strong odors in your house rules to avoid future issues.

Why do you say its bad for the original owner long term?