Once closed, get the grant deed and submit to the city with all items day one of ownership 3.

I recommend teaching him basic construction and property inspection (4-point items); 'lipstick on a pig' can kill an investment and reputation faster than anything in this business.Best...

Also the majority of those costs to covnert to a 2nd unit will need to be capitalized and depreciated, but some things (new appliances, flooring, paint, kitchen cabinets) can be shorter year assets vs. across the full 27.5 and IF it turns out that unit is > 50% you can use bonus as well on those items.

A host with a lot of properties always needs people on call to put out fires, deliver random items etc so maybe you can help with that. 

We have lived in our apartment for nearly three years without any issues, but since April, new neighbors moved in upstairs, and the noise has become unbearable.At all hours of the day and night, it sounds like constant walking, furniture screeching, and items being dropped—even until 4 a.m.

Quote from @Ariel Rivas: I don't know your market specifically, but it's typically cheaper to purchase those items at Home Depot or Lowe's.

Here's what they returned:The San Diego Housing Commission (SDHC) has completed its review of the items you raised in your appeal of the initial determination that your application was ineligible for the City of San Diego COVID-19 Housing Stability Assistance Program. 

But everyone has to make there own decision.By the way, I read through Tardus website, and a couple of VERY INTERESTING items popped out.  

If you’re itemizing your deductions, another great strategy is making a strategic donation to a charity or organization you believe in, like your favorite nonprofit or your church.

This of course depends on your starting bank roll - but if its like mine (under 100k) - Im trying to put as little as possible into it on top of initial equity and fees.this will likely chew a big hole in your ROI  (now if you are looking to improve value with a cash out refi or a great prospect comes along that needs combo new plumbing, roof, windows, foundation repair, etc - well just make sure you know what youre getting into and/or have a good contractor and finger on the pulse of the market when estimating the ARV YOURSELF - couple missed items and you risk having a bad first investment and not doing it again).    7) dont be scared be ambitious ( i should heed my own advice sometimes) 8) define numbers goals within your target areas.