However, if a carport is an enclosed structure that looks like a building - meaning it has a roof with solid walls and a door, it will be considered real property (27.5/39 year). 

Regarding an attorney, it depends what you're looking to speak with them about - i.e. entity structure, partnerships, property acquisition, contract terms, etc.Anything related to a property or a deal can wait until the week of (sometimes the day before) contract review.For starters, I would recommend attending local investor meetups.

This amounts to lost opportunity because if you had purchased RE, at the closing it can start producing return. 5) ADUs detract from the existing structure whether this is privacy, a garage, or just yard space. 6) this is related to number 1, but there are many more buyers looking to purchase homes for their family than there are RE investors looking to purchase small unit count properties.

There are a few ways to go about structuring the loan depending on how you plan on using the property and how much you intend to apply towards a down payment. 

Likely will not require permits or consultants $45-$65 per sq ftFull Rehab: This includes all of the above, and new systems, new roofs, windows, some siding, non structural or minor structural reframing, finish basements, convert garages.

I don't think house hack is market dependent but it's mostly based on how many building structure you could rent it out ?

Some cities are very lenient about that and allow building separate structures (i.e. another house).

How do I need to structure pricing for my services too and track that as well?

Record check has revealed no permit exist for front porch and rear patio structure, please submit plans and obtain a building permit or remove.3.

A tax professional can provide specific guidance on how to structure this arrangement to comply with tax laws and maximize any potential deductions.