Then plan and design how you're going to deploy that cash via what strategy your wife and you have confidence in.I use a excel or google doc and my first sheet would layout all of the details of the sale including all costs that go into getting closed.

Not disputing your experience and I'm sure your agent is great.However, the Goosehead model is designed for the local agent to sell and the corporation to service.

I dedicated three months to remodeling the interior myself, transforming the space with a vibrant Retro Tiki vibe featuring splashes of color and creative design.

After 2 years you can apply for a “Rent consideration” (I think that’s what they called it) as long as you still live there and that may allow you to increase rents by more than the annual allowance (probably designed for unit that are very low rents).

Their contribution depends on factors like local demand for ADUs, their design and size, and how they’re used (e.g., rental income potential).

We jointly designed the house to their specs.

When we got engaged, my wife didn't want roommates but was willing to do a two unit situation.2.

And agents are legally prohibited to engage after closing - at least per Wisconsin State law. 

This tool is basically designed to help you decide whether or not to submit your LOI for further diligence.

What I can also tell you is that as an owner in NY, the landlord laws are very much designed to protect a tenant as opposed to here in Detroit where the laws are designed more fairly to protect both the tenant and the landlord.