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Is that the case or is it  I'm wondering if you need it to be considered a separate dwelling by the city to operate just the basement as an STR?

Below are estimates of the housing shortage by different institutions:The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) estimates a shortage of 1.5 million units (2021 data).Freddie Mac’s estimate is a 3.8 million unit shortfall (Q2 2020 data).A report commissioned by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) (2021 - Rosen Consulting Group) suggests a 5.5 million unit housing shortage.No matter which data source you choose, there is a massive shortage.

As for Facebook, I have joined multiple groups and spend time searching marketplace but I have always wondered if I should be hesitant about reaching out to those people who are posting these homes.

The underlying assets are not liquid so it is a bit of a false market to suggest redemptions are generally possible.

Rental comps in the area suggest the average rent is $1280 for a house this big. 

I’ve been following much of the research you suggested, like inspecting the property and assessing comparable homes in the area.

The house still appraised for over sale price but I was wondering if this could be used as a negotiation moment or am I SOL? 

I have been renting out mid-term for a long time but I'm wondering if everyone has the same problems I do with the current options. 

I've always wondered about Section 8.