But sometimes life throws you a curveball and we adapt while moving forward.

So my friend goes "Okay" and he began to adapt.

Lessons:  1) Don't like the answer, go elsewhere multiple times, 2) no mega banks, 3) work with a friend to fix small stuff that comes up, 4) VA loans can be used on more than one home so long as don't exceed the cap ($453K) however, VA funding fee is more each time and there are other rules to follow with intent and occupancy you need to be informed of  5) some mngt companies are passive in repairs, checkups and finding tenants (due diligence and ensure they meet your criteria instead of you meeting theirs 6) rental and appreciation markets vary drastically from place to place...your #s and analysis must adapt to the area, 7)  around a bustling base or post...use creative marketing to attract your target audience because you speak the language to a large portion of the people coming and going.  8) If you use mngt company...help them succeedThere are allot of scam artist companies that capitalize on the dependency of a relocating Mil families...while giving poor service with a smile just to sell something. 

I don't think the majority of people will be able to adapt to it in the next 5-10 years.Good luck and welcome to Canada!

In 2018 I will swallow the tough pill of going back for more on an unmet goal of 2017. taking what we learned, where I fell short and going back to work to reach what we set out for.

It may or may not be to every landlord's liking, but I think one should at least consider trying to adapt to their customers.  

Adaptable and flexible to the market and opportunities that may come your way. 

Inner-city parking structures and gas stations can be turned into higher value assets through adaptive reuse projects (because why use prime real estate if cars can park and refuel themselves in a cheaper location?)

What I have seen, and what we have done, is people over time convert/adapt/evolve/build their own in excel for whatever works best for them, their asset class, what’s important to them etc.We have a greatly simplified spreadsheet that I am happy to share with you if you want.

The zoning does allow the property to be adapted up to 6 units as long as they are attached.