Sounds like you put in a ton of work to maximize the value, and that basement addition was a smart move.I noticed you mentioned the NYC luxury tax and some of the rental pricing challenges—have you considered expanding your portfolio in markets where you don’t have to deal with those kinds of headaches?

It is very competitive but if you utilize good resources and think smart you can do really well!!

At one point, this bear got into the dumpster 5 nights in row requiring us to clean the area each morning. 

I'm a full time agent and investor in the area that works a ton with VA buyers and i LOVE helping people house hack, it is definitely my favorite strategy and my passion helping people do it.

At one point years ago, I toyed with the idea of owning giant apartment complexes in multiple cities.

Utilities will be an issue.  

I just want to get into a deal so i can immediately utilize this experience.

Plus, they have a ton of information and videos on their site.TMC is the CDC (community develop corporation), which the SBA delegates their authority to. 

Not to mention they wrote of over $300k worth of taxes for me utilizing a cost segregation study. 

@Stan Mendoza There’s a ton of great info on here but a good starting point is understanding your financing options, getting familiar with the different property types, and learning about the area you want to invest in.