Never thought about it but that is clearly a key piece of knowledge that can come in handy whenever needed.

Not to mention the economic development steps the town is taking in ensuring the growth of town (roads, schools, zoning) stays on par with the future expected population growth and new jobs that are going to be a result of the new factories opening.  

We want to get a Vacation Rental Permit for stays under 30 days for ADU but current zoning doesn't allow it.

Any tips on balancing renovation costs with tenant expectations when preparing a property for midterm stays?

(End)Unfortunately, HOAs are often ran by individuals who are not the most knowledgeable on regulations, accounting practices, and more - and property managers do not want to intervene for fear of losing the contract. 

I would also weigh if you plan on staying in the home you are in now for a long time or move in the next 5 years.

In hot markets, some wholesalers and investors use 80-85% of ARV (minus repairs) instead of the typical 70% to stay competitive.A few tips:1.

In construction, there is only so much you can do to reduce your margins while staying profitable.

Folks just need to understand things never stay the same..

Granted there is a cost in hiring an agent, Having someone analyze each deal with localized knowledge is worth its weight in gold.