For me it is within driving distance for a weekend gateway so would like to find something near the beach.

Driving carries the most exposure.  

Most of my clients purchase turnkey investment properties in areas like Old North, Merion Village, Southern Orchards, Old Towne East/King-Lincoln Bronzeville, Driving Park, North Linden, North Hilltop, Franklinton, Reynoldsburgh, and Hungarian Village.

I would drive by and see their windows open .... wasting the heat. 

Former Physical Therapist Assistant for 14 years and changed careers to driving a semi truck for the past 3 years in the Eastern region.   

We would be only paying utilities in the unit above the garage and would have our own separate drive/yard.

.- Bad Government Fiscal Policy is Driving Inflation- Nashville is Just Getting Started.

The three most common approaches include:Cost approach: An estimate of the replacement cost less depreciationIncome approach: Calculation of estimated potential rental incomeSales approach: Uses comps of recent transactions on similar propertiesBe sure you are leveraging the tax incentives availableIdentify any applicable tax incentives available for commercial properties - historic tax credits in certain areas, opportunity zones, environmental sustainability, etc.Understand available tax deductions, credits, and rebates - Tax deductions decrease the taxable value of a property, tax credits directly reduce your tax liability dollar for dollar and tax rebates are a refund of taxes paid under certain conditions.Utilize a cost segregation study - Cost segregation allows you to reclassify assets into categories with shorter useful lives, therefore accelerating depreciation and creating tax savings.Leverage energy incentives and deductions - Look into the Section 179D deduction and how you can save on tax by meeting certain standards to make your property more environmentally friendly.Best practices for commercial real estate owners and monitoring their property tax regulations:Plan proactivelyWork with a professional to receive guidance on complex regulationsUtilize specialized software tools to drive efficiency and compliance.What questions do you have regarding property tax valuations?

There was some time in my childhood where we didn't have a lot of resources, I am grateful that my mom would take me out on drives just to dream build at some of our favorite areas in AZ.

If you're thinking about renting out when you're not around, I'd advise using a short-term rental strategy, the numbers are strong and it's a lucrative market.The attractions there range from zip-lining, white-water rafting, and wineries, there's even more to discover, which is what's driving more traffic to the area and it has truly become a great destination spot.