We also tiled the entire first level because the property is partially built into a hill and this would help reduce moisture issues.We also added a stacked laundry center by the front entrance.

It sounds like you’ve done a lot of research and have a strong foundation for moving forward, even if you’re feeling a bit uncertain.Investing out of state can be intimidating, especially when it’s your first time and you’re working with family funds.

The buyers have reported that they are unable to obtain financing since the duplex (built in 1907) is located in an area that is zoned for single family homes (Toledo zoning was established much later).

I’ve painted oil Derricks, built roads, built houses, remodeled houses, commercial painting, custom showers, foundation repair, truss repair, Roofing, excavation, it’s all a good time to me.

Investors are building LIHTC, and other affordable projects in these areas, but new multifamily can not today be built to support the rents that a D area has. 

Besides what Mike S. said above, a company whose sales plan of their “education” is partially built on how many paying “students” you bring in after yourself, is immediately not anything but an MLM-like business to me.I was invited to attend a meeting sometime ago - not yet knowing what company was behind it.

This implies residential units can be built at lower costs and provide better return. 11) adding an ADU to SFH can make the SFH fall under rent control.good luck 

Makes me want to buy a home built in 1928 and remodel it myself! 

It sounds like you and your husband have built an impressive portfolio of long-term rentals, and your interest in expanding into short-term rentals and real estate development is an exciting step!

The partially built carriage house wasn't included in the appraisal. we also own a 1 acre property neighboring the house.