The foundation was already approved, permitted and finaled years ago for a 3400 sf house, and its solid and I won't be building directly on the overhang edge; but rather back away from the edge a few feet to prevent any load issues all the weight will be on the longer sides of the existing footing.

I have not lived in the property two years and feel that any profit I may make on a sale would get chewed up by closing costs and capital gains. 

Like you, I’m diving into books and podcasts, but I also believe there’s immense value in learning alongside others and gaining hands-on experience.I’m in the process of connecting with like-minded individuals to create a community of new investors who are eager to learn, share knowledge, and even collaborate on deals.

No reason for me to go the through the hassle of the sale process unless there is some type of gain which the investor is open to and this is where I need the advice.

@Ketch BaysStarting small in a cash-flowing market is a smart way to gain experience and build confidence without overextending yourself financially.

A reliable property manager and CPA are worth their weight in gold, especially when you’re managing remotely.If you’d like to chat more about what’s worked for my clients or have questions about specific markets, I’m always happy to share insights.

Since you're analytic savvy, run some high level amortization schedule scenarios to see how much equity you gain through annual principal payments.

I bring to the table my full expertise in project management, construction, and deal sourcing, along with the knowledge I’ve gained working tirelessly in this industry over the past 3 years.My vision is to dedicate the next 10-15 years to real estate development, growing projects that generate significant returns while delivering exceptional results.If you’re interested in learning more, I’d love to discuss how we can collaborate.

Even then, the IRS may scrutinize the transaction if it appears the intent was to immediately convert the property into a personal residence.Additionally, if you eventually sell the property after converting it to a primary residence, you may qualify for partial benefits under the Section 121 exclusion for primary residence gains.

You didn’t mention the property or deal specifics, but for many deals in the recent years, there have been amazing and unusual gains due to multiple unnatural circumstances.