When people refer to the Federal Reserve “setting rates,” they mean the effective federal funds rate or the rate at which banks charge other institutions on an overnight basis.

The Geodomes and other smaller structures seem to be the more cost effective strategy.

The Programs includes or covers:- Up to $2.5B in second loan purchases- A maximum programs duration of 18 months- A maximum loan amount of $78,277- A minimum seasoning requirement on the first mortgage of 24 months- Only for Primary ResidencesThe effect of a guaranteed government backed second mortgage for homeowners would be significant and likely put eligible second mortgage terms in line with below market FHA and guaranteed first position mortgage rates. 

Does this strategy effectively contain potential damages (e.g., from lawsuits) within the specific LLC?

Consulting with local housing authorities, a real estate professional, or a Loan Officer (such as myself) experienced in Section 8 housing can provide valuable insights and guidance tailored to your specific situation, helping you navigate the program effectively while protecting your financial interests as a landlord.Let me know if you would like to discuss further or if you have any more questions I might be able to answer.

I do have to agree with @Chris Seveney that this forum topic is one of the lower trafficked forums, which may make the split not as effective, and instead of breaking them up into their own individual topics it may be more appropriate to dissolve the topic entirely and keep the discussions for Tax Liens and Mortgage Notes under the Real Estate Private Lending Forum.I will leave the topics alone for now, monitor the activity over the next few weeks to see if there is an increased demand in these topics, and keep you informed if there is an update to the topic(s)!

The 4 bed vs 3+den designation won't have any effect on the home's value, or the rental income.

A remodel sounds to be like lower hanging fruit.

A way to account for the additional borrowing (or in this case effectively a cash gift towards down payment) is to attribute an interest rate to the $500k (or even an interest free loan over 30 years).

A lot going on here @Russell Taylor (warrants more than a blog response) I would find a real estate specific CPA who is willing to take a legal yet effective approach to lower your tax burden