Quote from @Eduardo Perez-Borroto: Since the HELOC was not used on improving the home you cannot deduct the interest, nor use that to offset your capital gain.Would adding a battery bank system to my solar panels count as home improvement? 

I've just recently added a coin-op washer and dryer to a 4 unit. 

This deal aligns with my strategy of adding value and achieving robust returns.

Rates may still be high, but sometimes they’re more flexible with repayment options than a mortgage refi.Family Loan Structure: Since you have an existing interest-free loan from family, you could talk to them about restructuring or even adding onto it, if they’re open to it.

Here is a list of why adding ADUs in my CA market is typically a poor RE investment:1) The value added by the ADU addition is often significantly less than the cost of adding the ADU.

@Greg Scott we're still seeing many competitor ads that violate the new law:(Not sure how so many "professional" PMCs missed this!

Investing in a property that’s already renovated, rented, and professionally managed could allow you to start generating passive income immediately without the added expenses of house hacking.What’s most important for you in this first deal—cash flow, appreciation, or long-term stability?

In southern CA, even garage conversion ADU additions are typically costing more than the value added.  

I totally get where you're coming from—pools are such a great amenity, but they do come with some added responsibility!

Adding a washer/dryer to a $500,000 two-flat in Rogers Park could allow you to raise rents by $150/month, significantly boosting your ROI.8.