I just moved from McKinney, we were there about 7 years and enjoyed it

And as investors we should know this, but always anticipate higher costs and longer waits.EXAMPLE Breakdown of Costs:Plan Purchase: $1,500Permitting Fees: $2,500-7,500Site Preparation (grading, utilities, foundation): $20,000–$30,000ADUs require separate utility connections for water, electricity, and sewer but you can tap into existing utilities at the primary houseIn Raleigh you CANNOT split lots fee simple, so setting up completely separate utilities would not allow you to section off the ADU as of nowYour ADU must be on a permanent foundation (no wheels, no ability to move the structure)Construction (labor and materials): $100,000–$150,000Low-grade: $150–$180/sq ft averageMid-grade: $180–$220/sq ft averageHigh-end: $220–$250/sq ft averageLandscaping/Finishing Touches: $5,000Total Estimated Cost: $125,000–$200,000You could easily spend $200k+ with super end high finishes, custom designs, complicated sitework, adding a second story or more sqft, etc.

Fortunately, he moved to FL after the sale, bought a mansion as his retirement home, and saved by the state's homestead laws.

Seems like many of the apartment syndicators moved to ATMs, then Car Washes, now pitching Oil and Gas Drilling programs.Who can comment if these are hitting their numbers?

I keep seeing more that I need to learn before I move forward on a property. 

For someone in your position, starting small but strategic might be the best move.

., I think you are fine to move on to another plumber.

Thought they were moving in the couple days after that.  

We buy mostly almost move-in ready, less work and a larger basis for cost-seg.

Changes to the lease for stays under 6 months include:-Changes to the move out terms.