As a former CPA and attorney who managed a distressed property investment fund, I've analyzed countless real estate opportunities. Today, I want to share why I've pivoted to developing container home senior communitie...

Good point, if you have plans to sell in the near future, could be better to wait.

Would the 9-year balloon concern you, knowing you'd need to refinance or pay off the balance at potentially higher market rates in the future?

I use Eric Kloth out of Redding and he is stuck with us for this and our future home buying needs. 

I would suggest giving it up and just hire an agent when you are ready to transact in the future.

The mortgage guy told me the other house would be treated as an ADU and give me no real value towards the value of my future mortgage.Not sure if that helps much?

With no comps in the area for new construction and the highest rehab selling for 205k, building enough at the onset, 4-6 new construction homes, may be the only way to start a neighborhood turn.The city is looking to increase density in the area and add anchor points in near the area to cater to future investment. 

The Numbers:Cash Flow Analysis: Investors typically look for properties that will generate positive cash flow—meaning the income from rent covers the property’s expenses (mortgage, taxes, maintenance, etc.) and then some.

If not I understand and will work to generate a contract that encompasses all of these elements. 

If you don't plan on allowing 4+ cats in your rental in the future you shouldn't start now.