Well it will need to be life changing events like having kids, new job, divorce, taking care family members etc but the rule of thumb is to live there for at least one year then being able to rent it out and converting it into an investment property.

Additionally, I’m considering converting a garage into a bedroom.If I want to list these properties on Airbnb, I understand I’ll need to obtain the following:• BTR (Business Tax Receipt)• CU (Certificate of Use)For these, I’ll need to undergo a city inspection.

I would like to pass on a little bit of useful information for anybody thinking of converting their permit over to owner-builder. 1 - You will not be able to sell the property for a minimum of 365 days from the date of issuing of the CO. 2 - The property must be for the owner's own use and occupancy and not for sale or lease which means you will not be able to rent it out. 3 - The owner-builder must ensure that all employees working on the project have the required licenses.4 - The owner-builder must provide worker's compensation as required by Florida law.5 - To apply for the owner builder permit, you must physical visit the building department.There are others requirements and conditions, however these are the main items.

It seems like your ROI is basically the same in each option, but you are taking on a much bigger project to convert a single family to a four-family.So basic calculations, since we don't have a full financial picture, i.e. what does financing of each look like?  

To make room for grandma, they walled in the deck with heavy drapes and converted it into another bedroom.Sometime ago, she complained of leaks coming from the sewer pipe under the deck, so I had 2 maintenance men (brothers who help me with repairs and yardwork, who have been with me for 15 years, they're like family) to fix it twice.  

Then refinance it in 12 -24 months to take cash out and convert to a full time investment.The other property I would find a Duplex or 3-4 unit in or around Crystal River and set it up as a STR. 

Once the rehab is complete, we use a rate/term refi to convert the construction loan to permanent financing.

What am I going to do if a guest uses too much energy... nothingThe goal is to run MTR for a few years and then convert to LTR.

Painting walls, updating fixtures, or handling minor repairs yourself can save thousands upfront.Consider Your Exit Strategy: You’ve got the right idea;house hack for 1-2 years, then convert the property into a long-term rental.

3.If a tenant with pet moves in and wishes to convert the pet to ESA or SA, is landlord allowed to deny the request?