I think the investor-focused agent is one that understands investor needs vs. buying a primary home- very different ball games I think.

Plus, renting by the bedroom offers more control over tenant turnover and higher overall rent.For other investors or house hackers, this strategy could be a real game-changer.

In your proposed situation, here is what I would do:1) Make sure you have a good/solid/reliable contractor that can actually do the work and has capacity to handle the project.2) Apply for the max HELOC and get it established. 

Fair market comparable for rent's say my market supports $900 to $1250 per month, what a game changer for ROI.

I am, and BP is, certainly a proponent of real estate investing, but I am also trying to establish us as a place for sober long term thinking.

He's needs to lower it down to $200 or $250 so that people can afford to get into the real estate game....

You'll likely pay more later, due to the fact that a load of buyers may soon jump into the game when rates fall enough, as well as the fact that homes in our region appreciate at a pretty strong pace. 

- - - - - - - Remember the name of the game is "How do I profitably solve problems for the people I want to work with!"

Fair market comparable for rent's say my market supports $900 to $1250 per month, what a game changer for ROI.

In spaces like offices, retail establishments, or other commercial areas, TI work ensures that the space is tailored to the business's operational needs.I'm looking forward to a meet-up in Chicago as well.