Most sellers over value their house / property and can be emotionally attached as well.

However, using the LLC's funds as your own and not keeping adequate books and records is a recipe for allowing someone to "pierce the corporate vail" and attach your personal assets in a lawsuit.  

Attach it to the expense in quickbooks or whatever system you're using.

For a bit more rehab, could turn it into a 2/1 with an attached 1/1, and even reno the garage for another 1/1, with good rents over the winter months. 2) SCRAPE AND BUILD: On the other hand, I approached a high quality local developer who proposes we do a JV- I bring the land, he brings his reputation, expertise and oversight of the development and construction, and clients- he has several would-be buyers looking to build in the area.

A very small percentage care the units are attached.

Garage that was converted is attached.

Originally, I was looking for a "house-hacking" situation with either a small home + attached living space (basement apartment, etc), or renting out rooms in a home I own and occupy. 

It's done by attaching an explicit statement to your 2020 tax return, referring to Rev Proc 2020-24.

I think if it were me as the client I'd ask for a trial date range for the agreement, i.e. one week, and just explain to the agent that you want a chance to see how you work together.A fair compromise, IMO, would be that you'd use the agent if you bought a home you saw with them, but the option would remain for you to leave with no strings attached at the end of the week.

Of course, if Boxabl if furnished for that amount, might be better...but just make sure the total budget includes permits and installation/trenching/etc needed to attach to your sewer, power and water.Good luck!