This way, we can customize it to our needs and preferences.Our goal is to live in one half and rent out the other for about 7-10 years, then move on to building our "dream home."

🔸Comfort and Seating: Provide multiple seating areas throughout your property to encourage socializing and relaxation, enhancing the overall guest experience.The short-term rental landscape has evolved.

They can make money but from what I've seen your more in the customer care and takes more of your time.

The city is also encouraging people to apply for variances on smaller than 5000 SF lots which might help. 

-Decide between fixer-uppers, which offer customization and appreciation potential but require more work, or turn-key properties, which provide immediate rental income with minimal effort.Hiring a Property Manager:-A property management company ensures efficient marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, and maintenance.

I find it unlikely that one could build a house out of a shipping container cheaper than one could build a stick framed house.I work for a custom home builder, and we are a union shop.  

After experiencing different types of inspections with all kinds of properties from custom builds to existing, it all depends on your end goal , I highly suggest you reach out to a team, really strong team such as @Jorge Vazquez.

@Peter GulatiTo encourage Generation Z children in real estate investing, start with teaching, meeting others, studying the market, thinking long-term, using tech, and finding a mentor.

You must asses if they are they the weekend weed smoking warrior or are they number 1 customer from Breaking Bad. 

Understand it's a business not a RE pursuit meaning make sure the experience is #1 for the customer.