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We have continued to work with Teresa Fernandez the local go to real estate agent in Coalinga CA.

You might consider: Consulting a Real Estate Attorney – Your emails may possibly prove misrepresentation.Requesting Public Records – A FOIA request might reveal why the city denied you but later approved the duplex.Escalating to City Officials – Bringing this to local officials could expose inconsistencies.Exploring Tax Write-Offs – A CPA might help offset your financial loss, if it is possible.I’d definitely seek legal advice.

I am new to real estate investing and looking to connect with any local investor. 

I would love to connect with local investors around the area and discuss real estate.

local PM and happy to help with connecting you with agents, contractors, lender etc. and running analysis on investment property.

My local area has high property tax and makes me wonder about PA as an alternative. 

In suburban Chicago, historical significance or celebrity ties might create a niche appeal, but they won’t necessarily drive up the home’s market value in the same way as location, condition, and local comps.For a short-term rental, though, it could be a great marketing angle—especially if the person is well-known and has a strong local connection.

We've invested around $50,000 in improvements (central air and hardscaping) and our mortgage is a 30-year fixed at 2.5%, with a PITI of $2400.We think it could rent for $3,750 - $4,000 per month based on local comps.

In my local MLS, they would be listed in the 2-5 unit category.