If you’re set on a duplex with minimal rehab, an investor focused agent should have a strong network of contractors who can give you quick quotes, so you don’t wind up with any pricey surprises.

This tax change could trigger even with offering contacts for those services as it could be construed as contractors.

Reach out to the contractors currently building ADUs in your market.

And you can do it with little cash, 5% down conventional is better than 3.5% FHA.House hacking also gives you a chance to cut your teeth in all major skills: analyzing deals, buying process, financing, working with contractors, advertising for rent, background checks, property management.

The guy inside was named Alex; he wasn't the owner, but the contractor.

Getting Fair deals on labor and repairs comes from developing win/win relationships with contractors.

In this manual (which I assume could be modified to provide to tenants) I include all the financing information (which you would not include for tenants) bank accounts, mortgage accounts, payment information, and mortgage payoff), a list of the contractors, what each contractor does, a list of upcoming planned or necessary repairs, and a copy of all leases associated with the property.

It's a big money maker for architects, engineers, and contractors, but not a huge opportunity for investors, nor should it be. 

Other than that, the NMLS specifies no restrictions on the matter. not sure its NMLS who actually regulates it NMLS is just licensing registration I think its still the states that regulate..thats why you need  a MLO in a certain state then register with NMLS if you have a MLO..

This team consists of an Investor Focused Agent, Lender, Contractor, and PM.Read this article on the "core 4".